[Closed] Can I extract the immobilizer code using OBD on my Lexus LC 500h?

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Icedragon
Member since July 2022 • 130 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Lexus LC 500h key fob?

Posted on March 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Gamerpro
Member • 42 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Lexus LC 500h's key code.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 115 posts

Desperate to get my Lexus LC 500h running again. Trying this tonight.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 120 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Lexus LC 500h.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 70 posts

Will this work if the Lexus LC 500h has an aftermarket alarm?

March 07, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 149 posts

Desperate to get my Lexus LC 500h running again. Trying this tonight.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 120 posts

Following along—same issue with my Lexus LC 500h.

March 09, 2025 Reply

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