[Completed] Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h won’t detect key unless I use original - code issue?

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Pandaexpress
Member since October 2022 • 147 posts

How can I find my Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h's key code to program a new key?

Posted on April 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 578 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 02, 2025

Replies (6)

Pandaking
Member • 41 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h's mystery code.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 139 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 122 posts

Was about to tow my Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h. Let me try this first.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 86 posts

Will this work for older Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300hs? Mine's a 2009.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 31 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h!

April 06, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 14 posts

Was about to tow my Lexus ES Hybrid ES 300h. Let me try this first.

April 07, 2025 Reply

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