[Completed] My Citroen XM V6 key code is missing - advice?

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Ghostrider
Member since January 2023 • 120 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Citroen XM V6?

Posted on September 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1034 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Citroen XM V6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 04, 2024

Replies (3)

Frostbyte
Member • 35 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Citroen XM V6 for a while.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 42 posts

My Citroen XM V6 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 13 posts

Same issue here with my Citroen XM V6, let me know if it works.

September 06, 2024 Reply

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