[Method] Alfa Romeo 156 won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Quickdraw
Member since December 2022 • 130 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Alfa Romeo 156 to make keys?

Posted on December 20, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Alfa Romeo 156. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Quickdraw
Member • 23 posts

Following along—same issue with my Alfa Romeo 156.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 68 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Alfa Romeo 156. This might do it.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 87 posts

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

December 23, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 68 posts

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

December 24, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 71 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Alfa Romeo 156's key code.

December 25, 2024 Reply

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