[Closed] Need key code after battery died in Lexus ES 330

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How do I obtain the key code to program a Lexus ES 330 key fob?

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This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Lexus ES 330 for days.

My Lexus ES 330's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

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