[Verified] Citroen C4 Executive Hatchback key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Zetareticuli
Member since July 2023 • 35 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Citroen C4 Executive Hatchback?

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1960 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C4 Executive Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (4)

Cosmokid
Member • 22 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Citroen C4 Executive Hatchback.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 49 posts

Been stuck with my Citroen C4 Executive Hatchback for weeks. This might be the fix.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 135 posts

I think my Citroen C4 Executive Hatchback has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 145 posts

Will this work for older Citroen C4 Executive Hatchbacks? Mine's a 2009.

January 22, 2025 Reply

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