[Method] Where's the key code card for Citroen C3 Exclusive Hatchback kept?

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Where do they get the key code to program Citroen C3 Exclusive Hatchback keys at the dealer?

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I’m in the same boat with my Citroen C3 Exclusive Hatchback. This looks promising.

I have a 2011 Citroen C3 Exclusive Hatchback, will this method work for that year?

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Citroen C3 Exclusive Hatchback?

Really hoping this unlocks my Citroen C3 Exclusive Hatchback's mystery code.

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