[Success] Just changed battery, now 2008 Subaru Outback asks for a PIN code

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Flashgordon
Member since March 2022 • 18 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2008 Subaru Outback for key programming?

Posted on May 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1220 posts

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

Posted on May 10, 2025

Replies (5)

Betatest
Member • 129 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2008 Subaru Outback.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 65 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2008 Subaru Outback.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 46 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2008 Subaru Outback key issues!

May 12, 2025 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 34 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2008 Subaru Outback's key code.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 120 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2008 Subaru Outback as well.

May 14, 2025 Reply

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