[Closed] Can’t find PIN in glovebox docs for my 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid

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Skywalker
Member since January 2022 • 34 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid for programming keys?

Posted on September 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1713 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 07, 2024

Replies (4)

Pixelpusher
Member • 58 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 124 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 122 posts

Trying this on my 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid later. Will report back.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 122 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2011 Lexus RX Hybrid. Giving it a go myself.

September 10, 2024 Reply

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