[Solution] Replacing remote for CITROEN C8 2000 HDI - need access code?

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Alice
Member since April 2022 • 124 posts

How can I find my CITROEN C8 2000 HDI's key code to program a new key?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the CITROEN C8 2000 HDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Hotshot
Member • 98 posts

My CITROEN C8 2000 HDI needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

November 15, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 104 posts

Trying this out on my CITROEN C8 2000 HDI today—hoping it works.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 14 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my CITROEN C8 2000 HDI key issue.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 59 posts

Trying to figure this out for my CITROEN C8 2000 HDI too!

November 18, 2024 Reply

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