[Confirmed] How to reset my Lexus GS 450h F Sport's immobilizer?

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Unicorn
Member since November 2021 • 79 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Lexus GS 450h F Sport?

Posted on January 08, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on January 09, 2025

Replies (4)

Happycamper
Member • 121 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Lexus GS 450h F Sport.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 79 posts

I’m not alone! My Lexus GS 450h F Sport is doing the same thing.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 113 posts

Just tried this on my Lexus GS 450h F Sport—anyone else have success?

January 11, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 24 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Lexus GS 450h F Sport this weekend.

January 12, 2025 Reply

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