[Archived] Lexus LFLC_ hybrid won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Zombieslayer
Member since August 2022 • 59 posts

Looking for my Lexus LFLC_ hybrid's key code to program a new key

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1456 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus LFLC_ hybrid. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Goldengate
Member • 54 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Lexus LFLC_ hybrid key issues!

January 08, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 14 posts

Does this method work for the Lexus LFLC_ hybrid models from 2010 onward?

January 09, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 64 posts

My Lexus LFLC_ hybrid's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

January 10, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 57 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Lexus LFLC_ hybrid for a while.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 105 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Lexus LFLC_ hybrid too.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 43 posts

Really need the key code for my Lexus LFLC_ hybrid, thanks for sharing!

January 13, 2025 Reply

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