[Solution] Can’t enter key code - 19811986 display stuck

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Quicksilver
Member since July 2022 • 88 posts

Where do they get the key code to program 19811986 keys at the dealer?

Posted on May 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 584 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 19811986. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Killerinst
Member • 19 posts

Trying this out on my 19811986 today—hoping it works.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 105 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 19811986.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 126 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 19811986.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 133 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 19811986.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 54 posts

Following this for my 19811986. Please update if it works!

May 12, 2025 Reply

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