[Update] All keys lost for 2018 Lexus IS, how to retrieve code?

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Irongiant
Member since April 2023 • 101 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 2018 Lexus IS keys at the dealer?

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1792 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Lexus IS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Eagleeye
Member • 79 posts

Using this on my 2018 Lexus IS now. Hope it works.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 39 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2018 Lexus IS too!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 81 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2018 Lexus IS—need the code first.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 92 posts

My 2018 Lexus IS won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 115 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2018 Lexus IS for a while.

March 20, 2025 Reply

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