[Confirmed Fix] Replacing immobilizer module on 2012 Lexus IS Convertible - need to reprogram?

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Alphadog
Member since May 2022 • 59 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 2012 Lexus IS Convertible

Posted on March 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 07, 2025

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Quantumpie
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Any updates on getting the key code for the 2012 Lexus IS Convertible?

March 07, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
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March 08, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
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March 09, 2025 Reply
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Airjordan
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My 2012 Lexus IS Convertible needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 11, 2025 Reply

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