[Method] My 2012 Jaguar XK is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Xenomorph
Member since November 2022 • 84 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2012 Jaguar XK?

Posted on January 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1456 posts

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

Posted on January 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Silverfox
Member • 5 posts

I have a 2011 2012 Jaguar XK, will this method work for that year?

January 11, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 139 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my 2012 Jaguar XK. Trying this instead.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 86 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2012 Jaguar XK key issue.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 141 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 2012 Jaguar XK, hope someone can help.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 136 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2012 Jaguar XK.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 54 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2012 Jaguar XK.

January 16, 2025 Reply

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