[Completed] Subaru B9 Tribeca won’t detect key unless I use original - code issue?

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Codeninja
Member since December 2022 • 141 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Subaru B9 Tribeca to make a spare key?

Posted on August 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1121 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru B9 Tribeca. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 23, 2024

Replies (3)

Diana
Member • 12 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Subaru B9 Tribeca.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 31 posts

My Subaru B9 Tribeca needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

August 24, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 138 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Subaru B9 Tribeca.

August 25, 2024 Reply

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