[Status: Resolved] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2020 Subaru Forester?

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Reddwarf
Member since January 2023 • 55 posts

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

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2020 Subaru Forester. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegared
Member • 60 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 2020 Subaru Forester all week. Hope this helps.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 54 posts

Saved me from towing my 2020 Subaru Forester. Thanks!

December 26, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 126 posts

Been stuck with my 2020 Subaru Forester for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 125 posts

My 2020 Subaru Forester's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 28, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 55 posts

Worked for someone with a 2020 Subaru Forester? Need to hear it!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 129 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2020 Subaru Forester key issues!

December 30, 2024 Reply

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