[Fixed] Trying to start my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan but it says 'immobilized'

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Ironwill
Member since December 2021 • 24 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan for programming keys?

Posted on April 02, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 03, 2025

Replies (6)

Lasertag
Member • 15 posts

Following along—same issue with my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 84 posts

Trying this on my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan later. Will report back.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 131 posts

Desperate to get my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan running again. Trying this tonight.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 131 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan for a while.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 125 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan's mystery code.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 101 posts

Been here before with my Citroen C4 X MAX Sedan. Let’s see if this one works.

April 08, 2025 Reply

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