[Confirmed] Need programming code to activate new key for 2012 Aston Martin Vantage

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Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage?

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Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 2012 Aston Martin Vantage!

This just might solve my 2012 Aston Martin Vantage's ignition issue.

My 2012 Aston Martin Vantage just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2012 Aston Martin Vantage?

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