[Resolved] 2011 HSV Senator started once, now asks for PIN - help?

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Alphamale
Member since January 2023 • 41 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a 2011 HSV Senator key fob?

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1909 posts

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

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (4)

Aceventura
Member • 64 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2011 HSV Senator for a while.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 10 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2011 HSV Senator. This might do it.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 25 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 2011 HSV Senator too.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 48 posts

I’m not alone! My 2011 HSV Senator is doing the same thing.

March 19, 2025 Reply

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