[Completed] Got replacement ECU for Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan, now code doesn’t match

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Frostydog
Member since August 2022 • 55 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan?

Posted on December 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 619 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Shadowfax
Member • 150 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 132 posts

My Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 116 posts

I have a 2011 Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan, will this method work for that year?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 110 posts

Using this on my Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan now. Hope it works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 40 posts

I think my Alfa Romeo Guilia Sedan has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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