[Issue Closed] Options when key code sticker missing on 2006 Jaguar XK

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Redalert
Member since May 2023 • 13 posts

How can I access my 2006 Jaguar XK's key code to program new keys?

Posted on April 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1529 posts

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

Posted on April 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Jazzmann
Member • 19 posts

My 2006 Jaguar XK has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 19, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 42 posts

I have a 2011 2006 Jaguar XK, will this method work for that year?

April 20, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 123 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2006 Jaguar XK too.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 130 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2006 Jaguar XK?

April 22, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 148 posts

Same issue here with my 2006 Jaguar XK, let me know if it works.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 55 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2006 Jaguar XK.

April 24, 2025 Reply

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