[Fixed] Can window tinter access key code for 2008 Lexus GX?

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Younggun
Member since May 2022 • 98 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2008 Lexus GX key?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1658 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Lexus GX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Yellowjacket
Member • 65 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2008 Lexus GX too!

August 27, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 45 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2008 Lexus GX.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 115 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2008 Lexus GX.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 61 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2008 Lexus GX. Huge thanks!

August 30, 2024 Reply

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