[Working] Is the key programming code the same as the immobilizer code on a Bugatti Type 16?

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Bluesteel
Member since January 2023 • 112 posts

How can I find my Bugatti Type 16's key code to program a new key?

Posted on September 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bugatti Type 16. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

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Omegadog
Member • 9 posts

Following this for my Bugatti Type 16. Please update if it works!

September 23, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 75 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Bugatti Type 16. Thanks!

September 24, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 57 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Bugatti Type 16.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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