[It Worked!] How to extract transponder code from my 2008 HSV Clubsport ECU?

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Blackwidow
Member since March 2022 • 89 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2008 HSV Clubsport

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 HSV Clubsport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

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Pandaexpress
Member • 118 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2008 HSV Clubsport this weekend.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 78 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2008 HSV Clubsport.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 129 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2008 HSV Clubsport.

February 02, 2025 Reply

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