[Free Tool] Just changed ECU on my Toyota Publica Sports - need new transponder code?

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Alphamale
Member since October 2022 • 28 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Toyota Publica Sports keys at the dealer?

Posted on December 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Publica Sports. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Eagleeye
Member • 76 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Toyota Publica Sports.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 45 posts

Using this on my Toyota Publica Sports now. Hope it works.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 9 posts

This just might solve my Toyota Publica Sports's ignition issue.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 109 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Toyota Publica Sportss?

December 31, 2024 Reply

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