[Update] Can't start my Citroen C3 II, key code issue?

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Vortex22
Member since November 2021 • 110 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Citroen C3 II for programming keys?

Posted on April 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C3 II. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 18, 2025

Replies (4)

Voodoochild
Member • 149 posts

Same problem on my Citroen C3 II. Watching for any working solutions.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 34 posts

Same problem on my Citroen C3 II. Watching for any working solutions.

April 19, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 40 posts

Key code problems with my Citroen C3 II as well. Subscribed!

April 20, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 12 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Citroen C3 II too.

April 21, 2025 Reply

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