[Completed] My 2010 2011 is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Frostymug
Member since June 2023 • 33 posts

How can I find my 2010 2011's key code to program a new key?

Posted on October 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1233 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 2011. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumpie
Member • 85 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 2010 2011, hope this helps.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 97 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2010 2011's key code.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 12 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2010 2011.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 95 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 2010 2011.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 67 posts

My 2010 2011 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

October 11, 2024 Reply

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