[Update] Any tricks to retrieve the key code for my 2009 Ferrari California?

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Wildthing
Member since February 2023 • 50 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 2009 Ferrari California for key programming?

Posted on August 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 624 posts

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Posted on August 25, 2024

Replies (4)

Byteme
Member • 59 posts

I tried this with my 2009 Ferrari California but still no luck. Any suggestions?

August 25, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 90 posts

Been stuck with my 2009 Ferrari California for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 19 posts

My 2009 Ferrari California is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 8 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2009 Ferrari California's mystery code.

August 28, 2024 Reply

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