[Working] 2012 HSV Senator only starts with master key - no code for new one

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Metalhead
Member since June 2023 • 12 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 2012 HSV Senator for programming keys?

Posted on April 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1176 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 HSV Senator. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Fastlane
Member • 88 posts

Trying this on my 2012 HSV Senator later. Will report back.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 41 posts

I tried this with my 2012 HSV Senator but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 27, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 145 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2012 HSV Senator.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 55 posts

My 2012 HSV Senator just blinks. I think this might fix it.

April 29, 2025 Reply

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