[Success] How do locksmiths get key codes for 2005 Subaru Legacys?

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Betatest
Member since September 2021 • 129 posts

Need my 2005 Subaru Legacy's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 561 posts

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

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Omegaman
Member • 57 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2005 Subaru Legacy.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 106 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2005 Subaru Legacy.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 77 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2005 Subaru Legacy.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 64 posts

Saved me from towing my 2005 Subaru Legacy. Thanks!

March 08, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 99 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2005 Subaru Legacy!

March 09, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 13 posts

Just tried this on my 2005 Subaru Legacy—anyone else have success?

March 10, 2025 Reply

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