[Issue Closed] Bought a replacement key - now Aston Martin DBR5 won’t turn over

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Hackman
Member since May 2023 • 130 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Aston Martin DBR5?

Posted on May 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 656 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Aston Martin DBR5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (3)

Ultrasonic
Member • 48 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Aston Martin DBR5 before?

May 02, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 110 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Aston Martin DBR5. Huge thanks!

May 03, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 126 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Aston Martin DBR5.

May 04, 2025 Reply

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