[It Worked!] Transponder chip replaced - now Subaru Crosstrek AWD needs code?

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Xenomorph
Member since September 2021 • 147 posts

Need my Subaru Crosstrek AWD's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1292 posts

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

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Omegaman
Member • 66 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Subaru Crosstrek AWD.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 81 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Subaru Crosstrek AWD.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 98 posts

Does this method work for the Subaru Crosstrek AWD models from 2010 onward?

December 29, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 20 posts

Been stuck with my Subaru Crosstrek AWD for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 147 posts

Will this work for older Subaru Crosstrek AWDs? Mine's a 2009.

December 31, 2024 Reply

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