[Answered] Need key code to program spare for 1986 Jaguar XJS12

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Younggun
Member since April 2022 • 75 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1986 Jaguar XJS12

Posted on March 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1609 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Jaguar XJS12. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 23, 2025

Replies (3)

Matrixfan
Member • 64 posts

Trying this on my 1986 Jaguar XJS12 later. Will report back.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 48 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1986 Jaguar XJS12!

March 24, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 95 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1986 Jaguar XJS12 owner.

March 25, 2025 Reply

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