[Closed] Where do I get the key code for my Lexus Limited Edition IS 250 to make a spare key?

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How can I find my Lexus Limited Edition IS 250's key code to program a new key?

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Bookmarking this for when I work on my Lexus Limited Edition IS 250 this weekend.

Still can’t find the code for my Lexus Limited Edition IS 250. This might do it.

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Lexus Limited Edition IS 250, hope this helps.

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My Lexus Limited Edition IS 250 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

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