[Free Tool] Key code needed for push button 2008 Volvo S40

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Lonewolf
Member since June 2022 • 66 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2008 Volvo S40?

Posted on October 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Volvo S40. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Ironwill
Member • 136 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2008 Volvo S40.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 14 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2008 Volvo S40 this weekend.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 29 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2008 Volvo S40.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 16 posts

Trying this on my 2008 Volvo S40 later. Will report back.

October 21, 2024 Reply

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