[Resolved] How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 1992 Jaguar XJ?

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Echolima
Member since July 2022 • 99 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 1992 Jaguar XJ?

Posted on August 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1965 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Jaguar XJ. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Firestarter
Member • 72 posts

Worked for someone with a 1992 Jaguar XJ? Need to hear it!

August 19, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 129 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1992 Jaguar XJ key issues!

August 20, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 24 posts

Same problem on my 1992 Jaguar XJ. Watching for any working solutions.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 11 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1992 Jaguar XJ—might work for mine too.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 140 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1992 Jaguar XJ?

August 23, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 110 posts

I have a 2011 1992 Jaguar XJ, will this method work for that year?

August 24, 2024 Reply

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