[Confirmed Fix] Key code help for 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited with flip key

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Deltaforce
Member since March 2022 • 16 posts

How to get my 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on January 30, 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 Outback 25XT Limited. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Flyingmonk
Member • 78 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 67 posts

Saved me from towing my 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited. Thanks!

February 01, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 57 posts

My 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 117 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited, would this method still work?

February 03, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 102 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2006 Subaru Outback 25XT Limited all week. Hope this helps.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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