[Resolved] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Subaru WRX 2 Sedan

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Alphamax
Member since November 2021 • 48 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Subaru WRX 2 Sedan - where's the key code?

Posted on February 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1593 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru WRX 2 Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Gamerpro
Member • 130 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Subaru WRX 2 Sedan. Giving it a go myself.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 118 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Subaru WRX 2 Sedan. Trying this instead.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 44 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Subaru WRX 2 Sedan.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 30 posts

Been here before with my Subaru WRX 2 Sedan. Let’s see if this one works.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 25 posts

Was about to give up on my Subaru WRX 2 Sedan, but this gives me hope.

February 27, 2025 Reply

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