[Solution] Locked out of my 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R, missing PIN code

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Kingkong
Member since July 2022 • 26 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1760 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (4)

Redbaron
Member • 45 posts

Does this method work for the 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R models from 2010 onward?

April 16, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 146 posts

Just tried this on my 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R—anyone else have success?

April 17, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 86 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 105 posts

My 2009 Volvo XC90 32 R won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 19, 2025 Reply

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