[Method] Trying to reprogram key for Brilliance V5, don’t have PIN

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How do I obtain the key code to program a Brilliance V5 key fob?

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This is exactly what I need for my Brilliance V5, thanks for posting!

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Been searching everywhere for help with my Brilliance V5's key code.

My Brilliance V5's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

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