[Completed] Can I extract key code from my 1997 Subaru Legacy VIN?

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Zombiehunt
Member since June 2023 • 28 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 1997 Subaru Legacy for key programming?

Posted on November 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 737 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Subaru Legacy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 01, 2024

Replies (4)

Laserbeam
Member • 130 posts

Same issue here with my 1997 Subaru Legacy, let me know if it works.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 107 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1997 Subaru Legacy. Thanks!

December 02, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 107 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1997 Subaru Legacy!

December 03, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 36 posts

My 1997 Subaru Legacy just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 04, 2024 Reply

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