[Closed] Dealer wants proof for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover key code - why?

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Frostbite
Member since September 2021 • 72 posts

Need my 1996 Land Rover Range Rover's key code to program a new transponder key

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 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 30, 2024

Replies (5)

Laughingman
Member • 127 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 5 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 66 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1996 Land Rover Range Rover's key code issue!

October 02, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 55 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1996 Land Rover Range Rover.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 96 posts

If this works for my 1996 Land Rover Range Rover, I owe you big time.

October 04, 2024 Reply

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