[Free Solution] Anyone bypassed the transponder system on a 2017 Lexus IS 300 Base?

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Diana
Member since May 2023 • 81 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2017 Lexus IS 300 Base?

Posted on November 25, 2024
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Posted on November 26, 2024

Replies (3)

Yankeezulu
Member • 129 posts

I’m not alone! My 2017 Lexus IS 300 Base is doing the same thing.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 109 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2017 Lexus IS 300 Base.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 64 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2017 Lexus IS 300 Base.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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