[Closed] Key cut but not programmed - 2017 Lexus RC 350 stuck

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Ultraviolet
Member since July 2023 • 13 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2017 Lexus RC 350 for key programming?

Posted on October 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Lasertag
Member • 33 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2017 Lexus RC 350.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 29 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2017 Lexus RC 350 too!

October 24, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 38 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2017 Lexus RC 350 key issues!

October 25, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
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I need this so bad for my 2017 Lexus RC 350. Subscribed!

October 26, 2024 Reply

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