[Free Solution] 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Younggun
Member since June 2022 • 146 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE

Posted on November 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Captainkirk
Member • 58 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE?

November 25, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 136 posts

Trying this out on my 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE today—hoping it works.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 8 posts

Trying this on my 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE later. Will report back.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 135 posts

My 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 28, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 16 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2004 Land Rover Freelander HSE, hope this helps.

November 29, 2024 Reply

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