[Recommended Fix] Does the Lexus IS 350 C F transponder code reset after ECU swap?

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Warpspeed
Member since June 2023 • 85 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Lexus IS 350 C F?

Posted on April 02, 2025
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Posted on April 03, 2025

Replies (4)

Digitalx
Member • 29 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Lexus IS 350 C F.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 124 posts

Was about to tow my Lexus IS 350 C F. Let me try this first.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 144 posts

Really need the key code for my Lexus IS 350 C F, thanks for sharing!

April 05, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 28 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Lexus IS 350 C F.

April 06, 2025 Reply

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