[Confirmed Fix] Got replacement ECU for 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GT, now code doesn’t match

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Uncleben
Member since February 2023 • 96 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GT?

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1697 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Killerinst
Member • 48 posts

Will this work for older 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GTs? Mine's a 2009.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 51 posts

Will this work if the 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GT has an aftermarket alarm?

November 24, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 78 posts

Using this on my 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GT now. Hope it works.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 104 posts

My 1985 AE86 Sprinter Trueno GT might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 26, 2024 Reply

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