[Update] Trying to DIY program a key for 20002007 - missing code

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Crazycat
Member since March 2023 • 37 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 20002007

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1556 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 20002007. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (4)

Ziggystar
Member • 104 posts

Following this for my 20002007. Please update if it works!

March 05, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 84 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 20002007.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 115 posts

I’m not alone! My 20002007 is doing the same thing.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 87 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 20002007 this hard?!

March 08, 2025 Reply

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