[Archived] Need key code for 2008 Sterling Bullet bought at auction

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Dragonfly
Member since November 2021 • 33 posts

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

Posted on March 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1351 posts

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

Posted on March 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Flashgordon
Member • 142 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 2008 Sterling Bullet.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 83 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 2008 Sterling Bullet.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 147 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2008 Sterling Bullet before?

March 29, 2025 Reply

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