[Update] Help needed - Bugatti Type 37 not recognizing replacement key

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Moonwalker
Member since July 2022 • 126 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Bugatti Type 37?

Posted on November 24, 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 37. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Lightspeed
Member • 121 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Bugatti Type 37 key issue.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 111 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Bugatti Type 37. This looks promising.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 118 posts

I need this so bad for my Bugatti Type 37. Subscribed!

November 27, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 38 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Bugatti Type 37. Need the code badly.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 12 posts

Does this method work for the Bugatti Type 37 models from 2010 onward?

November 29, 2024 Reply

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