[Free Fix] Replaced steering column, now 2005 Lexus LS won’t start - code?

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Irongiant
Member since June 2022 • 31 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2005 Lexus LS keys?

Posted on November 21, 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 LS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 22, 2024

Replies (3)

Highvoltage
Member • 40 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2005 Lexus LS's key code.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 103 posts

Really need the key code for my 2005 Lexus LS, thanks for sharing!

November 23, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 12 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2005 Lexus LS. Thanks!

November 24, 2024 Reply

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