[Solution] Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line won’t detect key unless I use original - code issue?

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Bluesteel
Member since March 2022 • 25 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line to make a spare key?

Posted on February 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Knightrider
Member • 31 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line?

February 06, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 38 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line. Huge thanks!

February 07, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 53 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line. Huge thanks!

February 08, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 104 posts

Just tried this on my Lexus RC 300h Privilege Line—anyone else have success?

February 09, 2025 Reply

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