[Status: Resolved] Any tricks to retrieve the key code for my Aston Martin DB2_4 Mark II?

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Looking for my Aston Martin DB2_4 Mark II's factory key code to program a key

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My Aston Martin DB2_4 Mark II's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

I’ve got a 2012 Aston Martin DB2_4 Mark II, would this method still work?

I’ve got a 2012 Aston Martin DB2_4 Mark II, would this method still work?

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Aston Martin DB2_4 Mark II.

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