[Completed] Using OBD to get PIN code for Toyota Tacoma 2WD - safe?

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Madhatter
Member since October 2021 • 33 posts

Looking for my Toyota Tacoma 2WD's key code to program a new key

Posted on December 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1769 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Tacoma 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Xenogamer
Member • 37 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Toyota Tacoma 2WD owner.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 14 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Toyota Tacoma 2WD's key code.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 89 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Toyota Tacoma 2WD. This is a lifesaver.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 40 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Toyota Tacoma 2WD. This might do it.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 112 posts

Worked for someone with a Toyota Tacoma 2WD? Need to hear it!

December 28, 2024 Reply

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