[Closed] Third party key code service for 1997 Lexus ES

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Whiterabbit
Member since November 2021 • 63 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my 1997 Lexus ES?

Posted on November 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Lexus ES. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Superfly
Member • 100 posts

Key code problems with my 1997 Lexus ES as well. Subscribed!

November 14, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 144 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1997 Lexus ES too!

November 15, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 29 posts

My 1997 Lexus ES might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 117 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1997 Lexus ES—might work for mine too.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
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Been stuck with my 1997 Lexus ES for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 18, 2024 Reply

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