[Confirmed] Key code retrieval options for Citroen Xsara

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Zombieslayer
Member since January 2022 • 93 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Citroen Xsara?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1079 posts

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

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Flashgordon
Member • 103 posts

Just tried this on my Citroen Xsara—anyone else have success?

December 16, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 114 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Citroen Xsara this hard?!

December 17, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 118 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Citroen Xsara.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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