[Verified] Does a 2010 Lexus IS Black Sequence have a key code or just a PIN?

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Need my Lexus IS Black Sequence's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on January 15, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus IS Black Sequence. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Zetajones
Member • 30 posts

My Lexus IS Black Sequence's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

January 16, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 5 posts

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

January 17, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 125 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Lexus IS Black Sequence too.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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