[Free Solution] Can I reset the immobilizer on my 20072008 without dealer?

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Need my 20072008's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 20072008.

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 20072008.

I tried this with my 20072008 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Really hoping this unlocks my 20072008's mystery code.

My 20072008 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

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