[Verified] Just changed ECU on my Subaru Impreza WRC2005 - need new transponder code?

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Techlord
Member since October 2021 • 64 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Subaru Impreza WRC2005

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru Impreza WRC2005. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (6)

Diana
Member • 85 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Subaru Impreza WRC2005 too.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 74 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Subaru Impreza WRC2005.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 107 posts

Trying this on my Subaru Impreza WRC2005 later. Will report back.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 115 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Subaru Impreza WRC2005 owner.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 73 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Subaru Impreza WRC2005 owner.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 98 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Subaru Impreza WRC2005 too!

September 19, 2024 Reply

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