[Update] Ignition won’t engage on Subaru Rex - missing PIN?

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Voodooman
Member since March 2023 • 59 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Subaru Rex to make keys?

Posted on August 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1608 posts

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

Posted on August 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Xenogamer
Member • 68 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Subaru Rex's mystery code.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 26 posts

I have a 2011 Subaru Rex, will this method work for that year?

August 13, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 143 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Subaru Rex key code too.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 105 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Subaru Rex.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 73 posts

Trying this on my Subaru Rex later. Will report back.

August 16, 2024 Reply

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