[Success] My 2004 Subaru Outback is stuck in immobilizer mode, help

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Bigfoot
Member since September 2022 • 29 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2004 Subaru Outback key fob?

Posted on April 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Subaru Outback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Wildcard
Member • 139 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2004 Subaru Outback too!

April 10, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 65 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2004 Subaru Outback's key code issue!

April 11, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 145 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 2004 Subaru Outback's key code issue!

April 12, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 93 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2004 Subaru Outback, thanks for posting!

April 13, 2025 Reply

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