[Success] Need help finding my 1991 Citroen BX's key code

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Darkhorse
Member since November 2022 • 67 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 1991 Citroen BX?

Posted on September 29, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1991 Citroen BX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Bigfoot
Member • 20 posts

This thread might save my 1991 Citroen BX. Thanks everyone!

September 30, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 74 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1991 Citroen BX.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 61 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1991 Citroen BX too.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 13 posts

I have a 2011 1991 Citroen BX, will this method work for that year?

October 03, 2024 Reply

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