[Method] Fob reprogram failed on Subaru 1500 - need key code

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Emeraldcity
Member since November 2022 • 128 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Subaru 1500 - help?

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru 1500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Timelord
Member • 31 posts

I’m not alone! My Subaru 1500 is doing the same thing.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 18 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Subaru 1500 too.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 18 posts

Trying this on my Subaru 1500 later. Will report back.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 144 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Subaru 1500.

November 26, 2024 Reply

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