[Fixed] Locked out - need key code help for 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium keys?

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Finally, something that might help with my 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium's key code issue!

Was about to give up on my 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium, but this gives me hope.

My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium this weekend.

I’m not alone! My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium is doing the same thing.

My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek Premium has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

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