[Update] Can't find key code for my 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle - help!

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Goldenret
Member since February 2023 • 143 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle keys?

Posted on January 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Vortex22
Member • 112 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 107 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle. Need the code badly.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 132 posts

I’m not alone! My 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle is doing the same thing.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 33 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle. Need the code badly.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 29 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.

January 20, 2025 Reply

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