[Completed] 1971 1973 ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Papasmurf
Member since May 2023 • 109 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1971 1973?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1006 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1971 1973. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Crazycat
Member • 19 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 1971 1973. Trying this instead.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 22 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1971 1973 too!

April 17, 2025 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 41 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 1971 1973?

April 18, 2025 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 5 posts

Been here before with my 1971 1973. Let’s see if this one works.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 54 posts

Was about to tow my 1971 1973. Let me try this first.

April 20, 2025 Reply

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