[Resolved] Dealer charging $150 for 2019 Lexus UX key code - alternatives?

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Looking for my 2019 Lexus UX's key code to program a new key fob

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Worked on my cousin’s 2019 Lexus UX—might work for mine too.

Looking for the same thing for my 2019 Lexus UX, hope someone can help.

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2019 Lexus UX, hope this helps.

Great info! Needed this for my old 2019 Lexus UX.

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