[Free Fix] My 2001 Lexus GS says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Windwalker
Member since November 2021 • 10 posts

Looking for my 2001 Lexus GS's factory key code to program a key

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1779 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Lexus GS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Xenomorph
Member • 13 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2001 Lexus GS, hope someone can help.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 134 posts

Trying this on my 2001 Lexus GS later. Will report back.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 103 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2001 Lexus GS, thanks for posting!

September 16, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 16 posts

This just might solve my 2001 Lexus GS's ignition issue.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 76 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 2001 Lexus GS won’t recognize the key.

September 18, 2024 Reply

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