[Resolved] Dealer claims Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV key code is proprietary

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Omegaman
Member since March 2022 • 10 posts

How can I find my Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV's key code to program a new key?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1902 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowdog
Member • 96 posts

Following along—same issue with my Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 15 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV. Trying this instead.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 19 posts

I think my Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 17 posts

Desperate to get my Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV running again. Trying this tonight.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 22 posts

My Toyota RAV4 Prime XSE SUV won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 28, 2024 Reply

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