[Free Fix] Code card lost - 2019 Subaru Forester Premium won't accept new key

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Grace
Member since April 2022 • 140 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2019 Subaru Forester Premium?

Posted on March 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 720 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2019 Subaru Forester Premium. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Bluesteel
Member • 129 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2019 Subaru Forester Premium. This might do it.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 16 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2019 Subaru Forester Premium. Giving it a go myself.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 31 posts

Using this on my 2019 Subaru Forester Premium now. Hope it works.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 142 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2019 Subaru Forester Premium!

March 15, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 102 posts

I have a 2011 2019 Subaru Forester Premium, will this method work for that year?

March 16, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 58 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2019 Subaru Forester Premium—need the code first.

March 17, 2025 Reply

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