[Status: Resolved] Best locksmith for 2001 Subaru Outback key code service

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Emeraldeye
Member since September 2021 • 117 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2001 Subaru Outback keys at the dealer?

Posted on September 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 Subaru Outback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Captainkirk
Member • 105 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2001 Subaru Outback, following this thread.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 120 posts

My 2001 Subaru Outback might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 70 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2001 Subaru Outback.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 106 posts

My 2001 Subaru Outback won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 64 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2001 Subaru Outback, following this thread.

September 29, 2024 Reply

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