[Archived] How can I access my Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback's key code to program new keys?

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Bluescreen
Member since June 2022 • 103 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback keys?

Posted on September 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 11, 2024

Replies (5)

Cyberghost
Member • 146 posts

Will this work for older Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchbacks? Mine's a 2009.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 146 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback, hope this helps.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 64 posts

Key code problems with my Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback as well. Subscribed!

September 13, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 134 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 95 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Citroen C1 Airscape Shine Hatchback.

September 15, 2024 Reply

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