[Archived] Bought used 1985 Land Rover Defender 110 - where's the key code?

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Electricslide
Member since December 2021 • 30 posts

Need my 1985 Land Rover Defender 110's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Land Rover Defender 110. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 26, 2024

Replies (3)

Icecold
Member • 41 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1985 Land Rover Defender 110. This is a lifesaver.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 132 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1985 Land Rover Defender 110.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 49 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1985 Land Rover Defender 110. This might do it.

October 28, 2024 Reply

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