Toyota does not give a Spare Tailgate Key

[Bobbyboy]

Toyota does offer a spare tailgate key (this goes to the glovebox too) and I understand they will not cut a single spare key and one needs to order a whole set for a lot of money. Is there anything I can do to get a spare? This is not a standard but has a laser like cut. Misplace you key and you likely need to drill it out. Please advise if there is a solution to this problem.

 

[whippersnapper02]

From what I know they are normal keys and you should be able to get it cut at your local Home Depot/Lowes. Just don't use it to start your truck.

 

[WiskyT]

Does the glovebox on my '15 lock, I was looking at it the other day and I didn't see a lock on it?

 

[TacoRick]

I got mine copied at a hardware store. I think it was 8 bucks.

 

[MikeDee]

Old thread, but the key in the emergency key in the key fob works as well.

 

[TacoRick]

Old thread, but the key in the emergency key in the key fob works as well.

Unless something has changed, or it varies between models, the fob key will not work in the tailgate lock.

 

[Captqc]

My 2017 came with a separate tailgate key and the key in the fob works in the tailgate as well.

 

[TacoRick]

My 2017 came with a separate tailgate key and the key in the fob works in the tailgate as well.

My tailgate key is completely different than my fob key.

 

[Captqc]

I read somewhere that Toyota changed it on the 17's.

 

[OR17TRD]

My 2017 TRDOR fob works my tailgate and my glove box. I have the push start. I don't know if that makes a difference.

 

[rrt1949]

If you have a 2017 push button start with the "inside cut" style glove box / tailgate key, a lot of the locksmiths now have the capability to cut a duplicate. Much cheaper than the dealer doing the work or sending it back to Toyota for a second key.

 

[CH Luke]

If you have a 2017 push button start with the "inside cut" style glove box / tailgate key, a lot of the locksmiths now have the capability to cut a duplicate. Much cheaper than the dealer doing the work or sending it back to Toyota for a second key.

Have a 2017 TRD Sport without push button start. The ignition key works every lock including the tailgate.