[Fixed] Looking for my Alfa Romeo 156 02 20's factory key code to program a key

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Alfa Romeo 156 02 20

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Finally, something that might help with my Alfa Romeo 156 02 20's key code issue!

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Alfa Romeo 156 02 20 this weekend.

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Alfa Romeo 156 02 20 key code too.

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Alfa Romeo 156 02 20 too.

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Alfa Romeo 156 02 20 before?

My Alfa Romeo 156 02 20's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

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