[Issue Closed] Alternatives to key code for 2005 Subaru Impreza models

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Uncleben
Member since August 2021 • 97 posts

Looking for my 2005 Subaru Impreza's factory key code to program a key

Posted on October 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 832 posts

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

Posted on October 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Voodoochild
Member • 71 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2005 Subaru Impreza.

October 15, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 121 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2005 Subaru Impreza for a while.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 18 posts

I have the same 2005 Subaru Impreza and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 125 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2005 Subaru Impreza.

October 18, 2024 Reply

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