[Completed] Dealer charging $250 for 1999 Lexus LX code - alternatives?

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Captaincrunch
Member since September 2021 • 137 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1999 Lexus LX

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1908 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1999 Lexus LX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (6)

Pandaexpress
Member • 130 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1999 Lexus LX.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 58 posts

Was about to give up on my 1999 Lexus LX, but this gives me hope.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 128 posts

Following this for my 1999 Lexus LX. Please update if it works!

February 01, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 43 posts

My 1999 Lexus LX refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 33 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1999 Lexus LX?

February 03, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 50 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1999 Lexus LX too.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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