[Working] Trying to flash ECU on Lexus RX 350 L, code mismatch error

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Papasmurf
Member since August 2022 • 40 posts

Need my Lexus RX 350 L's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on April 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lexus RX 350 L. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Ultraman
Member • 89 posts

My Lexus RX 350 L refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 9 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Lexus RX 350 L for days.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 121 posts

Desperate to get my Lexus RX 350 L running again. Trying this tonight.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 74 posts

Trying this on my Lexus RX 350 L later. Will report back.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 122 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Lexus RX 350 L's key code.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 50 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Lexus RX 350 L for a while.

April 25, 2025 Reply

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