[Verified] Trying to program a new key for my Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport - where's the key code?

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Xrayspecs
Member since December 2021 • 41 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport to make a spare key?

Posted on April 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 30, 2025

Replies (4)

Goldeneye
Member • 109 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport owner.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 49 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport too.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 131 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport before?

May 02, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 91 posts

My Subaru WRX STI 25T Sport just blinks. I think this might fix it.

May 03, 2025 Reply

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