[Verified] Ignition won’t turn - is my Subaru Forester 3 SH asking for a code?

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Quicksilver
Member since March 2023 • 27 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Subaru Forester 3 SH key fob?

Posted on January 31, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru Forester 3 SH. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Happyfeet
Member • 18 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Subaru Forester 3 SH's key code.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 136 posts

I have a 2011 Subaru Forester 3 SH, will this method work for that year?

February 02, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 80 posts

My Subaru Forester 3 SH might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 38 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Subaru Forester 3 SH?

February 04, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 145 posts

Been here before with my Subaru Forester 3 SH. Let’s see if this one works.

February 05, 2025 Reply

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