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Prius c 2012 program key

Discussion in 'Prius c Technical Discussion' started by gjkristi, May 25, 2020.

  1. gjkristi

    gjkristi Junior Member

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    Trying to program a new key with techstream software. This is not a smart key. All I have is a plan key for now. Ordered a uncut key/fog online. I got the fog to lock and unlock but it will not see the key. I had a hardware store cut the key and it turns but no ready light. Am I missing something or is this only a locksmith or dealer thing?
     
  2. Matt H

    Matt H Active Member

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    Assuming you have a master key, and this is going to be a spare, about 70% of the aftermarket keys people bring me, that they bought on Amazon or wherever, don't work for the ignition.
     
  3. sam spade 2

    sam spade 2 Senior Member

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    Maybe I'm missing something but if it needs to "see" the key for the system to "start", doesn't it need to be a smart key ??