[Free Solution] Is there a master key for the Caterham 485R?

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Youngturk
Member since May 2023 • 148 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Caterham 485R for making new keys?

Posted on January 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1474 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Caterham 485R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 12, 2025

Replies (4)

Eagleeye
Member • 66 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Caterham 485R.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 79 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Caterham 485R. Thanks!

January 13, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 21 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Caterham 485R?

January 14, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 10 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Caterham 485R—might work for mine too.

January 15, 2025 Reply

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