[Working] Where's the key code located on a 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM for key programming?

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Alice
Member since October 2021 • 65 posts

Looking for my 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM's key code to program a new key

Posted on November 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 29, 2024

Replies (5)

Jazzhands
Member • 105 posts

I think my 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 114 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 42 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM!

December 01, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 95 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 28 posts

My 1988 Jaguar XJR 9 LM is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

December 03, 2024 Reply

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