[Verified] Where do dealerships get the key code to program Subaru Impreza WRC keys?

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Xrayvision
Member since March 2023 • 143 posts

Need my Subaru Impreza WRC's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on April 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru Impreza WRC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 04, 2025

Replies (4)

Lightspeed
Member • 98 posts

Same issue here with my Subaru Impreza WRC, let me know if it works.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 17 posts

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

April 05, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 5 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Subaru Impreza WRC key issues!

April 06, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 43 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Subaru Impreza WRC's key code.

April 07, 2025 Reply

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