[Free Solution] Help! My 2016 Lexus RX is stuck in anti-theft mode

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Frostbyte
Member since October 2021 • 85 posts

Looking for my 2016 Lexus RX's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1862 posts

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

Posted on November 13, 2024

Replies (4)

Zombieslayer
Member • 42 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2016 Lexus RX!

November 13, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 35 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2016 Lexus RX, hope this helps.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 116 posts

My 2016 Lexus RX needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

November 15, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 127 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2016 Lexus RX this weekend.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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