[It Worked!] My 2016 Ferrari 488 GTE is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Eagleeye
Member since February 2022 • 28 posts

How can I retrieve my 2016 Ferrari 488 GTE's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on February 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Ferrari 488 GTE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 17, 2025

Replies (3)

Alice
Member • 94 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2016 Ferrari 488 GTE.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 103 posts

This thread might save my 2016 Ferrari 488 GTE. Thanks everyone!

February 18, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 10 posts

I really hope this trick works on my 2016 Ferrari 488 GTE.

February 19, 2025 Reply

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