[Archived] Options when manual is lost for 2017 Subaru Outback key code

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Turboboost
Member since December 2022 • 63 posts

Looking for my 2017 Subaru Outback's key code to program a new key

Posted on February 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 520 posts

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

Posted on February 27, 2025

Replies (6)

Greengiant
Member • 30 posts

Just what I needed! My 2017 Subaru Outback has been acting up lately.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 127 posts

Same problem on my 2017 Subaru Outback. Watching for any working solutions.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 50 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2017 Subaru Outback for a while.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 57 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2017 Subaru Outback—might work for mine too.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 62 posts

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

March 03, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 46 posts

Been here before with my 2017 Subaru Outback. Let’s see if this one works.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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