[Resolved] Can detailer access key code for 2016 Subaru Legacy?

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Iceberg
Member since May 2023 • 46 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2016 Subaru Legacy

Posted on February 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Subaru Legacy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Reddwarf
Member • 19 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2016 Subaru Legacy.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 147 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2016 Subaru Legacy.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 136 posts

Anyone try this on a 2016 Subaru Legacy with push-button start?

February 23, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 141 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 2016 Subaru Legacy. This is a lifesaver.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 147 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2016 Subaru Legacy for a while.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 85 posts

This thread might save my 2016 Subaru Legacy. Thanks everyone!

February 26, 2025 Reply

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