[Archived] Isuzu D Max LSX Pickup won’t detect chipped key - reprogram failed

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Alphadog
Member since May 2022 • 139 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Isuzu D Max LSX Pickup keys?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1929 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Isuzu D Max LSX Pickup. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Xenogamer
Member • 92 posts

My Isuzu D Max LSX Pickup's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 113 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Isuzu D Max LSX Pickup.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 122 posts

My Isuzu D Max LSX Pickup is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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