[Method] Help needed - Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ not recognizing replacement key

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Deltaforce
Member since April 2023 • 105 posts

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

Posted on April 14, 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 Giulia TZ. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Misterx
Member • 12 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ!

April 15, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 149 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ?

April 16, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 140 posts

Trying this on my Alfa Romeo Giulia TZ later. Will report back.

April 17, 2025 Reply

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