[Solved] Dealer refusing key code for my Christini AWD 450 - options?

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Zerocool
Member since June 2023 • 43 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Christini AWD 450?

Posted on December 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 783 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Christini AWD 450. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Airjordan
Member • 78 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Christini AWD 450s?

December 28, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 123 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Christini AWD 450.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 96 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Christini AWD 450!

December 30, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 120 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Christini AWD 450 key issue.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 71 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Christini AWD 450.

January 01, 2025 Reply

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