[Fixed] Is there a way to get the key code for my 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX?

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Yellowbird
Member since November 2022 • 91 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX to make a spare key?

Posted on February 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1223 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 22, 2025

Replies (6)

Betatest
Member • 134 posts

If this works for my 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX, I owe you big time.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 133 posts

My 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 24 posts

Just tried this on my 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX—anyone else have success?

February 24, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 41 posts

Does this method work for the 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX models from 2010 onward?

February 25, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 65 posts

Anyone try this on a 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX with push-button start?

February 26, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 143 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX—need the code first.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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