[Verified] Where's the key code stored in a Lexus NX 300 Bronze Edition for making new keys?

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Need my Lexus NX 300 Bronze Edition's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Lexus NX 300 Bronze Edition.

My Lexus NX 300 Bronze Edition won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

My Lexus NX 300 Bronze Edition won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

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