[Archived] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2010 Volkswagen Passat

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Uncleben
Member since December 2021 • 74 posts

Need my 2010 Volkswagen Passat's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2010 Volkswagen Passat. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (4)

Madhatter
Member • 144 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2010 Volkswagen Passat.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 39 posts

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

November 03, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 110 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2010 Volkswagen Passat.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 138 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2010 Volkswagen Passat!

November 05, 2024 Reply

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