[Method] Just changed battery, now Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback asks for a PIN code

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Steelwolf
Member since August 2023 • 110 posts

How can I retrieve my Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on December 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1565 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Flyingmonk
Member • 60 posts

Just tried this on my Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback—anyone else have success?

December 13, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 57 posts

Trying this out on my Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback today—hoping it works.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 79 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 118 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchback as well.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 147 posts

Will this work for older Lexus CT Executive Line Hatchbacks? Mine's a 2009.

December 17, 2024 Reply

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