[Solution] My 2021 Volkswagen Arteon won’t start - key code lost

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Alphawolf
Member since October 2021 • 41 posts

Where's the key code stored in my 2021 Volkswagen Arteon for key programming?

Posted on September 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1268 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2021 Volkswagen Arteon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 07, 2024

Replies (4)

Matrixfan
Member • 102 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 2021 Volkswagen Arteon—might work for mine too.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 37 posts

Been stuck with my 2021 Volkswagen Arteon for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 50 posts

Using this on my 2021 Volkswagen Arteon now. Hope it works.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 136 posts

Was about to give up on my 2021 Volkswagen Arteon, but this gives me hope.

September 10, 2024 Reply

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