[Working] Need my 1989 Land Rover Defender 110's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Xenomorph
Member since May 2023 • 108 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 1989 Land Rover Defender 110?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1989 Land Rover Defender 110. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Heidi
Member • 75 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1989 Land Rover Defender 110. Need the code badly.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 31 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1989 Land Rover Defender 110 too.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 47 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1989 Land Rover Defender 110.

December 12, 2024 Reply

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