[Archived] Aftermarket solutions when 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD key code lost

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Frank
Member since March 2023 • 39 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD to program a key?

Posted on January 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Omegaman
Member • 76 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 23 posts

Trying this on my 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD later. Will report back.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 125 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 14 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 145 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 15 posts

Really need the key code for my 2002 Isuzu Trooper S 2WD, thanks for sharing!

January 20, 2025 Reply

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