[Completed] 2016 2021 key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Vortex22
Member since November 2021 • 96 posts

Looking for my 2016 2021's factory key code to program a key

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1435 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 2021. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Frostbyte
Member • 46 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2016 2021 before?

December 27, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 15 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 2016 2021 key issue.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 137 posts

My 2016 2021's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 131 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2016 2021.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 19 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a 2016 2021?

December 31, 2024 Reply

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