[Update] Code problem on 2016 Lexus GX - can’t drive it

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Digitalx
Member since December 2021 • 55 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2016 Lexus GX

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1256 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Lexus GX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Javajunkie
Member • 71 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 2016 Lexus GX. Thanks!

November 02, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 77 posts

Trying this on my 2016 Lexus GX later. Will report back.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 31 posts

My 2016 Lexus GX just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 147 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2016 Lexus GX.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 23 posts

I have a 2011 2016 Lexus GX, will this method work for that year?

November 06, 2024 Reply

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