[Free Tool] How to verify locksmith can get Subaru Forester key code

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Ironman
Member since July 2022 • 53 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Subaru Forester?

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 911 posts

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

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (4)

Zerogravity
Member • 113 posts

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

December 31, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 88 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Subaru Forester key issues!

January 01, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 15 posts

If this works for my Subaru Forester, I owe you big time.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 80 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Subaru Forester.

January 03, 2025 Reply

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