[Verified] Replacing remote for Lexus LS L Sedan - need access code?

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Warpspeed
Member since January 2023 • 139 posts

How can I retrieve my Lexus LS L Sedan's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on October 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1689 posts

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

Posted on October 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Bob
Member • 97 posts

Trying this out on my Lexus LS L Sedan today—hoping it works.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 49 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Lexus LS L Sedan—need the code first.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 65 posts

Was about to give up on my Lexus LS L Sedan, but this gives me hope.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 23 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Lexus LS L Sedan.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 35 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Lexus LS L Sedan.

October 23, 2024 Reply

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