Toyota Car Key Exeter — Replacement, Programming & Lockout
Mobile Toyota key specialist covering Exeter and Devon — TOY43, TOY48, TPMS programming and smart key. On-site, fixed price, 24 hours.
Toyota is consistently one of the UK's most owned vehicle brands — and reliability does not prevent key faults. From a Yaris smart key that will not detect to a Land Cruiser with all keys lost, a RAV4 remote fob that has lost pairing or a Hilux spare key for a Devon farm — we carry Toyota-specific diagnostic equipment to resolve it at your vehicle, same day, at a fixed price confirmed before we travel.
Toyota Models We Cover in Exeter
Key types and programming systems vary across Toyota’s range. Every model below is covered across Exeter and Devon.
Don't see your Toyota? Call 01392 925673
The models above cover our most frequent Toyota jobs across Exeter and Devon. We cover every Toyota model sold in the UK — all variants and older discontinued models.
Toyota Key Systems — What You Need to Know
Toyota uses its own TPMS (Toyota Passive Immobiliser System) which has evolved alongside the brand's move to smart key and hybrid technology. The system your Toyota uses depends on the model, year and trim level.
Toyota TPMS — the immobiliser system explained
Toyota's passive immobiliser has been standard since the mid-1990s. The transponder chip in the key communicates with the vehicle ECU at close range. Without a programmed key, the engine cranks but will not fire. Toyota's smart key (PEPS) system adds passive entry and push-button start — a different programming process from older blade-and-transponder keys.
Toyota TPMS system evolution
No immobiliser
TPMS Gen 1 — ID67 / ID60
TPMS Gen 2 — TOY43 / ID4D
TPMS Gen 3 — TOY48 / rolling code
Smart key / PEPS
Key profiles we carry for Toyota
- TOY43 — standard Toyota blade from the late 1990s through approximately 2018. Yaris MK1–3, Corolla, Auris, Avensis T270, RAV4 MK3/4, Hilux MK7/8.
- TOY48 — some later Toyota models and Land Cruiser. Slightly different profile — we carry dedicated blank stock.
- Smart key / PEPS — Yaris MK4, C-HR, RAV4 MK5, Prius MK4 and newer. Push-button start, passive entry. Toyota seed/token OBD programming.
The DVLA registration system is used to verify ownership before any all-keys-lost work.
TOY48: Some Land Cruiser and later models
Smart key / PEPS: Yaris MK4, C-HR, RAV4 MK5, Prius MK4 — push-button start
Flip key: TOY43 blade folds into fob — Yaris MK2/3 common
Toyota key pricing varies by model, year and key type. Smart key / PEPS models (post-2018) involve a more complex process than older TOY43 blade-and-transponder keys, which is reflected in the quote.
- › TOY43 transponder key (Yaris, Corolla, RAV4, Hilux)
- › Smart / PEPS key (Yaris MK4, C-HR, RAV4 MK5)
- › Hilux / Land Cruiser spare key
- › All-keys-lost (any Toyota model)
Call 01392 925673 with your Toyota model and year. Fixed quote before we travel. No call-out fee.
Common Toyota Key Problems We Fix in Exeter
The most frequent Toyota key faults we attend across Exeter, Devon and Somerset.
How We Programme Toyota Keys On-Site
The process varies by Toyota model year and key type. Here is what happens when you call us for a Toyota key in Exeter or Devon.
ⓘ For all-keys-lost Toyota jobs, an all-keys-delete sequence precedes programming of the new key as the sole authorised credential.
Toyota Services Available in Exeter
Every service available for all Toyota models across Exeter, Devon and Somerset.
Frequently Asked Questions — Toyota Car Keys Exeter
How much does a Toyota car key replacement cost in Exeter?
Toyota key pricing varies by model, year and key type. Older TOY43 blade-and-transponder keys (pre-2018) involve a different process to newer smart key / PEPS models. We provide a fixed all-in price before travelling. No call-out fee. Call 01392 925673 with your Toyota model and year. See our pricing page.
My Toyota smart key is not being detected — what should I do?
The most common cause is a depleted CR2032 key battery. Replace the battery first. If that does not resolve it, the key may have lost TPMS sync with the vehicle. We diagnose via OBD. Call us before ordering a replacement smart key — in most cases the existing key can be restored.
Do you cover Toyota Hilux keys across Devon?
Yes — Toyota Hilux spare key cutting and programming is one of our most consistent Toyota callout types. Widely used on Devon farms, construction sites and rural businesses. TOY43 blade with TPMS OBD programming at your location.
Can you programme a Toyota key without the original?
Yes — in most cases. Toyota TPMS OBD all-keys-lost is available for the full range of TOY43 and TOY48 models. Smart key / PEPS models use Toyota seed/token OBD. We confirm method and price on the call.
Do Toyota Prius and hybrid models need special key programming?
No — Toyota hybrid models use the same TPMS key system as non-hybrid equivalents. Prius MK3 (2009–2015) uses TOY43 with TPMS2. Prius MK4 (2015+) uses smart key / PEPS. The hybrid drivetrain does not affect key programming. Both covered.
Do you cover Toyota Proace commercial vans?
Yes — Toyota Proace and Proace City are built on PSA/Stellantis platform shared with Peugeot Expert and Citroën Dispatch. Key programming uses Stellantis BSI OBD protocol rather than Toyota TPMS. Always mention Proace when calling so we bring the correct equipment.
Is a Toyota replacement key from you as good as a dealer key?
Yes — the credential programmed to your Toyota's TPMS is identical whether programmed by us or a dealer. Both use Toyota OBD diagnostic protocol. Our TOY43 or smart key blanks come from the same professional automotive supply chain. The difference is price and on-site convenience.
How long does Toyota key programming take?
Standard TOY43 blade-and-transponder key: 30–50 minutes. Smart key / PEPS: 50–75 minutes. All-keys-lost: 60–90 minutes. We confirm an accurate estimate on the call before travelling.
Toyota Key Services Across Exeter & Devon
Other Car Brands
Need a Toyota Key in Exeter or Devon?
Tell us your Toyota model and year when you call. We confirm the TPMS generation, key type and programming method, then give you a fixed price — before we travel. No call-out fee, available 24 hours.