[Working] 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Techguru
Member since December 2021 • 128 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL for key programming?

Posted on April 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 30, 2025

Replies (6)

Betamax
Member • 132 posts

Trying this on my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL later. Will report back.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 94 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 44 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL's key code.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 82 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 138 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 109 posts

Same problem on my 2017 Volkswagen Jetta SEL. Watching for any working solutions.

May 05, 2025 Reply

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