[Answered] 2009 Holden International not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Alphawolf
Member since October 2022 • 108 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2009 Holden International for key programming?

Posted on March 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 895 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Holden International. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 03, 2025

Replies (6)

Codemaster
Member • 51 posts

My 2009 Holden International's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 34 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my 2009 Holden International!

March 04, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 61 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 2009 Holden International for days.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 83 posts

My 2009 Holden International might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 66 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2009 Holden International, hope this helps.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 36 posts

I have a 2011 2009 Holden International, will this method work for that year?

March 08, 2025 Reply

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