[Confirmed Fix] Trying to get key code from VIN for my 2017 Lexus IS

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Yellowfin
Member since April 2022 • 62 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2017 Lexus IS

Posted on January 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1773 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Lexus IS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Darthvader
Member • 135 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2017 Lexus IS before?

January 14, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 131 posts

Using this on my 2017 Lexus IS now. Hope it works.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 57 posts

Was about to give up on my 2017 Lexus IS, but this gives me hope.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 43 posts

Using this on my 2017 Lexus IS now. Hope it works.

January 17, 2025 Reply

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