[Confirmed Fix] Why does my 2016 Land Rover LR4 need a code to start?

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Where's the key code stored in a 2016 Land Rover LR4 for making new keys?

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Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2016 Land Rover LR4.

This is exactly what I need for my 2016 Land Rover LR4, thanks for posting!

My 2016 Land Rover LR4's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 2016 Land Rover LR4.

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