[Answered] Need to reset my 2006 2008 immobilizer system

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Orangecrush
Member since May 2022 • 68 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2006 2008 key?

Posted on November 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1359 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2006 2008. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Electricboog
Member • 18 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2006 2008.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 101 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2006 2008!

November 10, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 110 posts

Key code problems with my 2006 2008 as well. Subscribed!

November 11, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 21 posts

Key code problems with my 2006 2008 as well. Subscribed!

November 12, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 46 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2006 2008, would this method still work?

November 13, 2024 Reply

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