[Success] 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo key reader not responding - code issue?

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Captainkirk
Member since November 2021 • 124 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo

Posted on October 31, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1029 posts

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

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (4)

Alphamale
Member • 113 posts

Just what I needed! My 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo has been acting up lately.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 52 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 115 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 48 posts

I have a 2011 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo, will this method work for that year?

November 04, 2024 Reply

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