[Confirmed] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Alfa Romeo 147 19 JTD

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Where's the key code located to program keys for my Alfa Romeo 147 19 JTD?

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My Alfa Romeo 147 19 JTD won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Alfa Romeo 147 19 JTD.

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Alfa Romeo 147 19 JTD.

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