[It Worked!] Need key code after theft recovery of Chery A13

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Alphawolf
Member since March 2023 • 73 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Chery A13 for key programming?

Posted on November 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 860 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Chery A13. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 01, 2024

Replies (5)

Frank
Member • 55 posts

Been here before with my Chery A13. Let’s see if this one works.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 100 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Chery A13 as well.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 83 posts

Trying this out on my Chery A13 today—hoping it works.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 116 posts

My Chery A13 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 57 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Chery A13.

December 05, 2024 Reply

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