[Completed] Is the ignition lock coded separately in 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S?

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Vikingking
Member since April 2023 • 25 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S for key programming?

Posted on October 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Icecold
Member • 81 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S. Huge thanks!

October 08, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 52 posts

My 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 36 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S. Giving it a go myself.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 139 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S—need the code first.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 37 posts

My 2017 Volkswagen Passat 18T S just blinks. I think this might fix it.

October 12, 2024 Reply

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