[Closed] Has anyone recovered ignition code for 2017 Subaru Legacy successfully?

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Yellowjacket
Member since December 2021 • 76 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 2017 Subaru Legacy keys?

Posted on February 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Subaru Legacy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 05, 2025

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Xrayspecs
Member • 123 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2017 Subaru Legacys?

February 05, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 59 posts

My 2017 Subaru Legacy might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 91 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2017 Subaru Legacy's key code.

February 07, 2025 Reply

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