[Working] Is the key programming code the same as the immobilizer code on a 2014 Opel Astra?

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Quantumpie
Member since November 2021 • 138 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 2014 Opel Astra for key programming?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 14, 2024

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Mistermiyagi
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Desperate to get my 2014 Opel Astra running again. Trying this tonight.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
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August 15, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
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I’ve been locked out of my 2014 Opel Astra all week. Hope this helps.

August 16, 2024 Reply

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