[Update] My Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door key was cloned but code still needed?

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Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door?

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My mechanic said this might help with my Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door key issue.

This thread might save my Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door. Thanks everyone!

My Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

Appreciate any advice—my Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door won’t recognize the key.

Can’t believe this worked on my Subaru Impreza Sport 5Door. Huge thanks!

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