[Issue Closed] Lost transponder code for my 2010 Lexus LS - any ideas?

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Jazzhands
Member since September 2021 • 60 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2010 Lexus LS

Posted on October 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1261 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Lexus LS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Ninjastar
Member • 19 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2010 Lexus LS.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 117 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2010 Lexus LS.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 76 posts

My 2010 Lexus LS's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 120 posts

Does this method work for the 2010 Lexus LS models from 2010 onward?

October 23, 2024 Reply

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