[Answered] 2005 Lexus LX won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Flyingdutch
Member since May 2022 • 41 posts

Need my 2005 Lexus LX's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on December 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 949 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Lexus LX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Urbanlegend
Member • 76 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2005 Lexus LX.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 46 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2005 Lexus LX.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 92 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 2005 Lexus LX. Trying this now.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 46 posts

My 2005 Lexus LX is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 20, 2024 Reply

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