[Solved] Programmed new key but Abarth 595 Competizione Convertible still won’t start - code?

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How can I retrieve my Abarth 595 Competizione Convertible's key code to make a spare key?

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My Abarth 595 Competizione Convertible needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

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