[Recommended Fix] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE

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Xfactor
Member since May 2023 • 85 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE?

Posted on September 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Icecold
Member • 136 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 59 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE?

September 24, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 68 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE this hard?!

September 25, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 15 posts

This just might solve my 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE's ignition issue.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 8 posts

Anyone try this on a 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan SE with push-button start?

September 27, 2024 Reply

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