[Free Solution] Is the key programming code the same as the immobilizer code on a 2003 Volvo S60?

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Silversurf
Member since June 2022 • 62 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2003 Volvo S60 for programming keys?

Posted on October 04, 2024
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Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Fastlane
Member • 97 posts

Same problem on my 2003 Volvo S60. Watching for any working solutions.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 73 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2003 Volvo S60—might work for mine too.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 108 posts

I’m not alone! My 2003 Volvo S60 is doing the same thing.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 78 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2003 Volvo S60 owner.

October 08, 2024 Reply

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