[Free Fix] Subaru Sedan won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Happycamper
Member since November 2022 • 15 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Subaru Sedan?

Posted on October 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 17, 2024

Replies (4)

Youngturk
Member • 147 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Subaru Sedan's key code.

October 17, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 20 posts

My Subaru Sedan's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 18, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 25 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Subaru Sedan, following this thread.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 104 posts

I tried this with my Subaru Sedan but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 20, 2024 Reply

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