[Answered] Trying to start a Alfa Romeo 147 without immobilizer PIN

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Digitaldude
Member since December 2021 • 55 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Alfa Romeo 147?

Posted on March 15, 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 147. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphamax
Member • 136 posts

My Alfa Romeo 147 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 95 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Alfa Romeo 147, following this thread.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 122 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Alfa Romeo 147, following this thread.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 115 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Alfa Romeo 147—might work for mine too.

March 19, 2025 Reply

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