[Verified] No PIN code with my used 1987 Jaguar XJ6, now I’m stuck

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Voodoochild
Member since July 2022 • 85 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 1987 Jaguar XJ6 key fob?

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 877 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1987 Jaguar XJ6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Zetajones
Member • 121 posts

My 1987 Jaguar XJ6 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 37 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1987 Jaguar XJ6.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 82 posts

Been here before with my 1987 Jaguar XJ6. Let’s see if this one works.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 63 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1987 Jaguar XJ6 won’t recognize the key.

May 23, 2025 Reply

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