[Confirmed] DIY method to find key code for 2003 Ultima GTR

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Zombieking
Member since December 2022 • 126 posts

Need my 2003 Ultima GTR's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1947 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Ultima GTR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 26, 2024

Replies (6)

Zetareticuli
Member • 35 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2003 Ultima GTR.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 34 posts

My 2003 Ultima GTR has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 27, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 150 posts

My 2003 Ultima GTR just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 124 posts

My 2003 Ultima GTR won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 138 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2003 Ultima GTR.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 62 posts

Using this on my 2003 Ultima GTR now. Hope it works.

December 01, 2024 Reply

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