[Solution] Key code help for 1996 Subaru Impreza with flip key

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Misterx
Member since September 2022 • 69 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 1996 Subaru Impreza?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1828 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Subaru Impreza. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Electriceel
Member • 47 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Subaru Impreza, following this thread.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 25 posts

Desperate to get my 1996 Subaru Impreza running again. Trying this tonight.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 99 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 1996 Subaru Impreza. Huge thanks!

November 17, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 76 posts

Will this work if the 1996 Subaru Impreza has an aftermarket alarm?

November 18, 2024 Reply

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