[Method] Got new ECU and now 2008 2010 wants key programming code

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Alphaomega
Member since June 2023 • 17 posts

Need my 2008 2010's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 661 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 2010. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Megamind
Member • 131 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2008 2010.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 30 posts

I’m in the same boat with my 2008 2010. This looks promising.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 22 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2008 2010. This might do it.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 21 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2008 2010.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 140 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2008 2010 this weekend.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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