[Resolved] Does a 2010 1992 Subaru Legacy have a key code or just a PIN?

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Where do I get the key code for my 1992 Subaru Legacy to make a spare key?

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Got a dead key fob for my 1992 Subaru Legacy. Need the code badly.

Will this work if the 1992 Subaru Legacy has an aftermarket alarm?

I tried this with my 1992 Subaru Legacy but still no luck. Any suggestions?

My 1992 Subaru Legacy is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

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