Alarm system preventing car from starting

EARL ADAMS

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1999 TOYOTA CAMRY
87,000 MILES

When I try to start my car will not start. Cannot bypass alarm system to get starter to work. I lost my keys with code in key. Do have two keys that would work in car.

Wednesday, December 27th, 2017 AT 9:50 PM

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STEVE W.

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If you do not have the correct keys the easiest solution is a locksmith who does auto keys. They can cut the correct keys and program them to the vehicle right at your house/business/work. Most of the time it is cheaper than having the vehicle towed to the dealer so they can do the same job.

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Friday, December 29th, 2017 AT 8:36 PM

EARL ADAMS

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Thanks Steve but I have keys to the car but it wont start because the alarm system is bypassing the starter. I need to know how to stop this bypass. I don't care if I have to shut the alarm system off forever as long as I can start my car.

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Monday, January 1st, 2018 AT 1:15 PM

STEVE W.

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In your initial post you say you lost the keys that have the transponder chips. The Toyota system cannot be bypassed, the actual system is inside of a couple computer modules that cannot be removed or bypassed. The keys need to have the correct transponder chips and be programmed into the system for them to be recognized and allow the engine to start.

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Monday, January 1st, 2018 AT 6:17 PM