[Confirmed Fix] Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 2006 Subaru Legacy?

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Shadowfax
Member since August 2022 • 37 posts

How to get my 2006 Subaru Legacy's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on March 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 Subaru Legacy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 21, 2025

Replies (4)

Voodoochild
Member • 18 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2006 Subaru Legacy—might work for mine too.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 24 posts

Key code problems with my 2006 Subaru Legacy as well. Subscribed!

March 22, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 34 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2006 Subaru Legacy.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 146 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2006 Subaru Legacy, following this thread.

March 24, 2025 Reply

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