[Solution] Trying to start a 1998 Lexus LX without immobilizer PIN

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Xenogamer
Member since November 2022 • 25 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1998 Lexus LX to program a key?

Posted on December 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Lexus LX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Quantumfizz
Member • 27 posts

Key code problems with my 1998 Lexus LX as well. Subscribed!

December 08, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 19 posts

Just what I needed! My 1998 Lexus LX has been acting up lately.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 34 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 1998 Lexus LX.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 143 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1998 Lexus LX?

December 11, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 92 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1998 Lexus LX. Need the code badly.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 78 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1998 Lexus LX?

December 13, 2024 Reply

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