[Archived] Key cut but not programmed - 1994 Lexus SC stuck

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Techwiz
Member since May 2023 • 96 posts

How can I find my 1994 Lexus SC's key code to program a new key?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Neonlights
Member • 13 posts

Just tried this on my 1994 Lexus SC—anyone else have success?

February 23, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 43 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1994 Lexus SCs?

February 24, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 65 posts

Been here before with my 1994 Lexus SC. Let’s see if this one works.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 56 posts

Will this work if the 1994 Lexus SC has an aftermarket alarm?

February 26, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 87 posts

Same issue here with my 1994 Lexus SC, let me know if it works.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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