[Confirmed Fix] 1972 Fiat 124 keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Laserbeam
Member since January 2022 • 45 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1972 Fiat 124?

Posted on August 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1831 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1972 Fiat 124. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 12, 2024

Replies (3)

Phoenixrise
Member • 74 posts

Worked for someone with a 1972 Fiat 124? Need to hear it!

August 12, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 143 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1972 Fiat 124 before?

August 13, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 50 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1972 Fiat 124's mystery code.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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