[Issue Closed] Subaru Forester Luxury SUV key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Rustynail
Member since May 2022 • 43 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Subaru Forester Luxury SUV for key programming?

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 569 posts

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

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Codemaster
Member • 31 posts

This just might solve my Subaru Forester Luxury SUV's ignition issue.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 25 posts

Same issue here with my Subaru Forester Luxury SUV, let me know if it works.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 120 posts

Desperate to get my Subaru Forester Luxury SUV running again. Trying this tonight.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 52 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Subaru Forester Luxury SUV's key code.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 56 posts

Saved me from towing my Subaru Forester Luxury SUV. Thanks!

March 12, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
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Bookmarking this for when I work on my Subaru Forester Luxury SUV this weekend.

March 13, 2025 Reply

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