[Working] Got replacement ECU for 2005 Lexus SC 430, now code doesn’t match

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Lightspeed
Member since December 2022 • 37 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2005 Lexus SC 430 for key programming?

Posted on May 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1952 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Lexus SC 430. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 03, 2025

Replies (3)

Oldschool
Member • 139 posts

My 2005 Lexus SC 430 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 113 posts

Following this for my 2005 Lexus SC 430. Please update if it works!

May 04, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 99 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2005 Lexus SC 430s?

May 05, 2025 Reply

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