[Resolved] My Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Goldeneye
Member since June 2022 • 147 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne?

Posted on January 05, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Greenlantern
Member • 120 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne. Trying this now.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 138 posts

Was about to tow my Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne. Let me try this first.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 122 posts

My Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 80 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Citroen C8 20i 16V Ligne, following this thread.

January 09, 2025 Reply

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