[Status: Resolved] Keyless entry fails on BSA Spitfire - immobilizer active?

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Gamerpro
Member since August 2021 • 128 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program BSA Spitfire keys?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1263 posts

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

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Goldengate
Member • 59 posts

Worked for someone with a BSA Spitfire? Need to hear it!

April 16, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 113 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BSA Spitfire.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 46 posts

I have the same BSA Spitfire and I'm also trying to find the key code.

April 18, 2025 Reply

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