[Solution] 2005 Jaguar XJ immobilizer module mismatch - how to fix?

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Techwiz
Member since March 2023 • 108 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2005 Jaguar XJ for key programming?

Posted on September 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1417 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2005 Jaguar XJ. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 30, 2024

Replies (6)

Electricslide
Member • 137 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 2005 Jaguar XJ as well.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 34 posts

I think my 2005 Jaguar XJ has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 54 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a 2005 Jaguar XJ.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 114 posts

This just might solve my 2005 Jaguar XJ's ignition issue.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 85 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2005 Jaguar XJ—might work for mine too.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 98 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 2005 Jaguar XJ, following this thread.

October 05, 2024 Reply

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