[It Worked!] 2018 Lexus RC immobilizer not responding after new key

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Frostbite
Member since July 2022 • 111 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2018 Lexus RC for programming keys?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Lexus RC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (5)

Kingkong
Member • 139 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2018 Lexus RC.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 128 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2018 Lexus RC before?

February 11, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 5 posts

If this works for my 2018 Lexus RC, I owe you big time.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 58 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2018 Lexus RC, thanks for posting!

February 13, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 129 posts

If this works for my 2018 Lexus RC, I owe you big time.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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