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2009 Toyota Corolla Base 4dr Sedan Man (SE)

2009 Toyota Corolla
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Compact
26 mpg city / 35 mpg hwy
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$14,352 MSRP:
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January 2, 2013, 10:20 am

Ben F
 

Question: Program ignition key?

How can I program a new ignition key? I still have one working remote key w four buttons (original) but I’m looking to add a spare. I can buy a chip key or a OEM transponder key online for cheap...have it cut at local hardware store…but I’m curious how I can program it to start my car. Not just unlock the doors. Reading it may not be possible to program without the dealer computer service.

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2009 Toyota Corolla.


January 9, 2013, 7:26 pm

Tyler O
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The immobilizer computer needs to be synchronized with the keys. This requires special tools that the dear and some locksmiths have.


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