[Confirmed] Trying to DIY program a key for 2003 Volvo XC90 - missing code

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Ninjastar
Member since August 2023 • 102 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my 2003 Volvo XC90?

Posted on May 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 973 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 Volvo XC90. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Whitenoise
Member • 39 posts

Same problem on my 2003 Volvo XC90. Watching for any working solutions.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 29 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2003 Volvo XC90. Huge thanks!

May 25, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 138 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 2003 Volvo XC90s?

May 26, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 61 posts

If this works for my 2003 Volvo XC90, I owe you big time.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 14 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2003 Volvo XC90—might work for mine too.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 59 posts

My 2003 Volvo XC90 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 29, 2025 Reply

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