[Answered] Lost master key for Citroen C8 - how to recover programming code?

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Vectorprime
Member since October 2021 • 45 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Citroen C8 for key programming?

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1968 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen C8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Electric
Member • 105 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Citroen C8?

November 21, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 149 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Citroen C8. Trying this instead.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 96 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Citroen C8 all week. Hope this helps.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 15 posts

Same problem on my Citroen C8. Watching for any working solutions.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 45 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Citroen C8. Need the code badly.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 112 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Citroen C8!

November 26, 2024 Reply

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