[Completed] Do you need a code when changing BCM in 1964 Volkswagen Beetle?

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Orangesoda
Member since September 2021 • 19 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1964 Volkswagen Beetle

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1964 Volkswagen Beetle. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 08, 2025

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Vectorprime
Member • 134 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1964 Volkswagen Beetle's key code.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 6 posts

Saved me from towing my 1964 Volkswagen Beetle. Thanks!

January 09, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 75 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1964 Volkswagen Beetle!

January 10, 2025 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 13 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1964 Volkswagen Beetle.

January 11, 2025 Reply

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