[Resolved] Toyota Tercel won’t crank after battery died - code needed?

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Metalhead
Member since September 2021 • 133 posts

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

Posted on October 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Toyota Tercel. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Zerogravity
Member • 126 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Toyota Tercel, hope this helps.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 48 posts

Key code problems with my Toyota Tercel as well. Subscribed!

October 07, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 106 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Toyota Tercel.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 66 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Toyota Tercel?

October 09, 2024 Reply

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