[Free Solution] Is the ignition code same as PIN for 1985 Volkswagen Transporter?

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Jokersmile
Member since August 2022 • 74 posts

How to get my 1985 Volkswagen Transporter's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on January 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Volkswagen Transporter. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Icedragon
Member • 128 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1985 Volkswagen Transporter as well.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 42 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 1985 Volkswagen Transporter.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 144 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1985 Volkswagen Transporter key issues!

January 12, 2025 Reply

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