[Method] My 2017 Jaguar XJ key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Javaking
Member since February 2022 • 69 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2017 Jaguar XJ?

Posted on March 31, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1067 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Jaguar XJ. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Frank
Member • 106 posts

Just what I needed! My 2017 Jaguar XJ has been acting up lately.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 58 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2017 Jaguar XJ.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 5 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2017 Jaguar XJ—might work for mine too.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 113 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 2017 Jaguar XJ's key code.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 102 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 2017 Jaguar XJ?

April 05, 2025 Reply

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