[Answered] 2008 HSV GTS key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Irongiant
Member since June 2022 • 72 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2008 HSV GTS?

Posted on January 06, 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 GTS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (5)

Whiteknight
Member • 44 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2008 HSV GTS.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 20 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2008 HSV GTS.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 29 posts

Using this on my 2008 HSV GTS now. Hope it works.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 139 posts

Been here before with my 2008 HSV GTS. Let’s see if this one works.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 53 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2008 HSV GTS for a while.

January 11, 2025 Reply

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