[It Worked!] Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar transponder chip missing - can I still start it?

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Vectorx
Member since April 2022 • 24 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1715 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 13, 2024

Replies (5)

Electricslide
Member • 111 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 86 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar!

August 14, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 99 posts

Was about to give up on my Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar, but this gives me hope.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 131 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar, thanks for posting!

August 16, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 88 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Citroen C1 Airplay 3Door Microcar's mystery code.

August 17, 2024 Reply

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