[Status: Resolved] Can I bypass ignition lock on Alfa Romeo 146 20 TD with code?

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Easymoney
Member since December 2021 • 73 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Alfa Romeo 146 20 TD keys?

Posted on March 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Alfa Romeo 146 20 TD. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 31, 2025

Replies (3)

Rocketman
Member • 122 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Alfa Romeo 146 20 TD.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 38 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Alfa Romeo 146 20 TD, would this method still work?

April 01, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 15 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Alfa Romeo 146 20 TD this weekend.

April 02, 2025 Reply

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