[Update] Looking for help getting the transponder code for my 1996 Subaru Legacy

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Knightlight
Member since December 2022 • 29 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 1996 Subaru Legacy keys?

Posted on May 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Subaru Legacy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 05, 2025

Replies (5)

Codemaster
Member • 80 posts

Saved me from towing my 1996 Subaru Legacy. Thanks!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 41 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1996 Subaru Legacy. Thanks!

May 06, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 51 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1996 Subaru Legacy as well.

May 07, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 74 posts

My 1996 Subaru Legacy is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 73 posts

Trying this out on my 1996 Subaru Legacy today—hoping it works.

May 09, 2025 Reply

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