[Closed] Can’t find PIN in glovebox docs for my Lexus IS 300

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Happyfeet
Member since May 2022 • 65 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Lexus IS 300 - where's the key code?

Posted on September 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus IS 300. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 03, 2024

Replies (6)

Matrixfan
Member • 42 posts

Just what I needed! My Lexus IS 300 has been acting up lately.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 144 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Lexus IS 300.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 50 posts

My Lexus IS 300 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 05, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 33 posts

Was about to give up on my Lexus IS 300, but this gives me hope.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 48 posts

Trying this on my Lexus IS 300 later. Will report back.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 68 posts

Been stuck with my Lexus IS 300 for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 08, 2024 Reply

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