[Recommended Fix] Will car insurance help get key code for Lexus LS 460 AWD?

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Icecold
Member since January 2022 • 67 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Lexus LS 460 AWD

Posted on January 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1496 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus LS 460 AWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Xenonflash
Member • 20 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Lexus LS 460 AWD.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 130 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Lexus LS 460 AWD, would this method still work?

January 12, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 11 posts

Same problem on my Lexus LS 460 AWD. Watching for any working solutions.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 77 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Lexus LS 460 AWD's mystery code.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 85 posts

Following this for my Lexus LS 460 AWD. Please update if it works!

January 15, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 69 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Lexus LS 460 AWD for a while.

January 16, 2025 Reply

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