[Issue Closed] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 1985 Land Rover Defender 90?

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Outlawjoe
Member since July 2023 • 77 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 1985 Land Rover Defender 90?

Posted on August 17, 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 90. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 18, 2024

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Blackbelt
Member • 15 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1985 Land Rover Defender 90.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 98 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1985 Land Rover Defender 90 this weekend.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Electric
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Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1985 Land Rover Defender 90.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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