[Issue Closed] Replacing remote for Subaru 1000 - need access code?

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Techwiz
Member since November 2021 • 45 posts

Where's the key code located on a Subaru 1000 for key programming?

Posted on October 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1269 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru 1000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 08, 2024

Replies (6)

Silversurf
Member • 23 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Subaru 1000.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 31 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Subaru 1000's key code issue!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 95 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Subaru 1000s?

October 10, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 43 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Subaru 1000.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 52 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Subaru 1000 this weekend.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 49 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Subaru 1000. This looks promising.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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