[Answered] Need new fob programmed for Cobra CX50 FWE, but don’t have code

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Bigfoot
Member since November 2022 • 121 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Cobra CX50 FWE key fob?

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1736 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cobra CX50 FWE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Pandaexpress
Member • 30 posts

Following along—same issue with my Cobra CX50 FWE.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 122 posts

Desperate to get my Cobra CX50 FWE running again. Trying this tonight.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 91 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Cobra CX50 FWE too!

November 26, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 46 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Cobra CX50 FWE.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 84 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Cobra CX50 FWE for days.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 100 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Cobra CX50 FWE. Trying this instead.

November 29, 2024 Reply

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