[Issue Closed] How to retrieve the key programming code for Lexus GS 460 Sedan?

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Vectorprime
Member since November 2021 • 115 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Lexus GS 460 Sedan for key programming?

Posted on March 01, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 02, 2025

Replies (4)

Javajunkie
Member • 35 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lexus GS 460 Sedan.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 40 posts

Was about to tow my Lexus GS 460 Sedan. Let me try this first.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 138 posts

My Lexus GS 460 Sedan's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 18 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lexus GS 460 Sedan.

March 05, 2025 Reply

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