[Status: Resolved] Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Xenowarrior
Member since August 2023 • 150 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo

Posted on May 08, 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 8C 2900B Lungo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Quantumleap
Member • 28 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo for days.

May 09, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 36 posts

Saved me from towing my Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo. Thanks!

May 10, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 70 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo, thanks for posting!

May 11, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 67 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 150 posts

I think my Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 8 posts

I have the same Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B Lungo and I'm also trying to find the key code.

May 14, 2025 Reply

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