[Confirmed Fix] Keyless entry fails on 2011 Lexus IS Convertible - immobilizer active?

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Bluescreen
Member since July 2023 • 142 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2011 Lexus IS Convertible key?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Lexus IS Convertible. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenowarrior
Member • 22 posts

If this works for my 2011 Lexus IS Convertible, I owe you big time.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 50 posts

I’m not alone! My 2011 Lexus IS Convertible is doing the same thing.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 142 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2011 Lexus IS Convertible too!

April 25, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 92 posts

Will this work for older 2011 Lexus IS Convertibles? Mine's a 2009.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 55 posts

My 2011 Lexus IS Convertible has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 27, 2025 Reply

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