[Method] My Toyota Rav4 came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Voodooman
Member since October 2022 • 26 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Toyota Rav4

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 527 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Rav4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (3)

Nighthawk
Member • 111 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Toyota Rav4, thanks for posting!

April 12, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 82 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Toyota Rav4 too.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 39 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Toyota Rav4 this hard?!

April 14, 2025 Reply

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