[Resolved] Help needed - 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t not recognizing replacement key

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Orangesoda
Member since August 2022 • 62 posts

How can I retrieve my 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on August 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 31, 2024

Replies (4)

Captainkirk
Member • 62 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 20 posts

My 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 41 posts

Will this work if the 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t has an aftermarket alarm?

September 02, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 46 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2018 Jaguar F PACE 25t. Huge thanks!

September 03, 2024 Reply

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