[Closed] Need help locating key code for 2008 Holden Berlina

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How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2008 Holden Berlina?

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Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2008 Holden Berlina.

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2008 Holden Berlina.

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