[Free Tool] Verify 2005 Lexus GX 470 key code before paying dealer

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Yellowjacket
Member since February 2022 • 122 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2005 Lexus GX 470

Posted on September 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Lexus GX 470. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Purplehaze
Member • 119 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2005 Lexus GX 470, following this thread.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 140 posts

Trying this out on my 2005 Lexus GX 470 today—hoping it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 114 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2005 Lexus GX 470, would this method still work?

September 18, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 144 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2005 Lexus GX 470.

September 19, 2024 Reply

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