[Answered] Is the immobilizer code written anywhere on the Aston Martin DBR1?

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How do I obtain the key code to program a Aston Martin DBR1 key fob?

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Just checking in to say this helped with my Aston Martin DBR1. Thanks!

I’ve got a 2012 Aston Martin DBR1, would this method still work?

Got a dead key fob for my Aston Martin DBR1. Need the code badly.

Just tried this on my Aston Martin DBR1—anyone else have success?

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Aston Martin DBR1.

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