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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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