[Success] Changan CS85 only starts with master key - no code for new one

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Purplerain
Member since July 2023 • 39 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Changan CS85

Posted on February 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1686 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Changan CS85. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Eve
Member • 68 posts

Will this work if the Changan CS85 has an aftermarket alarm?

February 25, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 33 posts

If this works for my Changan CS85, I owe you big time.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 61 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Changan CS85 key code too.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 72 posts

Trying this out on my Changan CS85 today—hoping it works.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 130 posts

If this works for my Changan CS85, I owe you big time.

March 01, 2025 Reply

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