[Verified] Where do I enter key code in a 2002 Subaru Legacy?

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Vortexx
Member since April 2023 • 29 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2002 Subaru Legacy?

Posted on March 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Subaru Legacy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 12, 2025

Replies (4)

Bluescreen
Member • 17 posts

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

March 12, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 34 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2002 Subaru Legacy.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 91 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2002 Subaru Legacy.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 34 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2002 Subaru Legacy's key code issue!

March 15, 2025 Reply

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