[Success] European CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT key code in US - possible?

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Windwalker
Member since February 2022 • 75 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT key?

Posted on May 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Pandaexpress
Member • 135 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT!

May 24, 2025 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 111 posts

Same issue here with my CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT, let me know if it works.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 136 posts

Trying this out on my CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT today—hoping it works.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 8 posts

My CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 101 posts

My CITROEN C5 2000 16V VVT won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 28, 2025 Reply

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