[Confirmed] Keyless entry fails on Cheetah Ecotec - immobilizer active?

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Heidi
Member since February 2023 • 62 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Cheetah Ecotec for making new keys?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1539 posts

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

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (3)

Jazzhands
Member • 68 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Cheetah Ecotec.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 31 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Cheetah Ecotec for a while.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 119 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Cheetah Ecotec—might work for mine too.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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