[Solution] Can’t access immobilizer settings on 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL scanner

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Crazycat
Member since August 2021 • 139 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL?

Posted on December 13, 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 SEL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Knightrider
Member • 150 posts

My 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 103 posts

Just tried this on my 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL—anyone else have success?

December 15, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 54 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL before?

December 16, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 131 posts

Using this on my 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL now. Hope it works.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 145 posts

My 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 18, 2024 Reply

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