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

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

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

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