[Update] Where's the key code stored on a 1986 Land Rover Defender 130 for programming keys?

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Digitalx
Member since January 2022 • 57 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 1986 Land Rover Defender 130?

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1655 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Land Rover Defender 130. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Quickdraw
Member • 61 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1986 Land Rover Defender 130.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 38 posts

Was about to tow my 1986 Land Rover Defender 130. Let me try this first.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 28 posts

My 1986 Land Rover Defender 130 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 71 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1986 Land Rover Defender 130.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 105 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1986 Land Rover Defender 130?

November 28, 2024 Reply

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