[It Worked!] Code problem on Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD - can’t drive it

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Diana
Member since October 2021 • 27 posts

Looking for my Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 22, 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 Wilderness AWD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

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Betamax
Member • 52 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD. This might do it.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 142 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD. This looks promising.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 68 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD!

February 25, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 58 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD, would this method still work?

February 26, 2025 Reply

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