[Verified] Dealer wants proof for 2010 Volkswagen Golf key code - why?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2010 Volkswagen Golf

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Really need the key code for my 2010 Volkswagen Golf, thanks for sharing!

My 2010 Volkswagen Golf's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

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