Wednesday, February 18, 2009 - 04:52 pm, by: David Eberhart(Orphan)
Hey guys,
Well while I was down at a local lock smith he told me that the toyota keys are coded, ie the code specifies the cuts on the key so if you have the code you should technically be able to make a factory original spec key even if yours is worn. He said that the code is usually written down in your manual some where or on the drivers side lock barrel - if not he can use the barrel to get the code by measuring it or something. If anyone knows if its on the actual barrel or not please let me know - i'm taking a peak this week to see if I can spot it.
This had me thinking does this code relate in any way to the remote central locking part of the factory key? I'd love to have remote central locking (the original key was lost before I got my car) And if its as simple as giving toyota the key code (probably need key model type as well) to get a new one that could be a good investment.
