[Confirmed Fix] Just changed battery, now 1986 Ferrari 328 asks for a PIN code

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Moonwalker
Member since December 2022 • 79 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 1986 Ferrari 328 for key programming?

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1793 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Ferrari 328. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 16 posts

Key code problems with my 1986 Ferrari 328 as well. Subscribed!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 119 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 1986 Ferrari 328!

October 10, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 124 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1986 Ferrari 328.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 136 posts

Same problem on my 1986 Ferrari 328. Watching for any working solutions.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 24 posts

This just might solve my 1986 Ferrari 328's ignition issue.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 113 posts

Saved me from towing my 1986 Ferrari 328. Thanks!

October 14, 2024 Reply

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