[Update] Replacing keys on a CR S VUN Tuned Up - code required?

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Goldenret
Member since August 2021 • 67 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my CR S VUN Tuned Up?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the CR S VUN Tuned Up. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Lightspeed
Member • 6 posts

I have a 2011 CR S VUN Tuned Up, will this method work for that year?

August 24, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 94 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my CR S VUN Tuned Up. Thanks!

August 25, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 26 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a CR S VUN Tuned Up before?

August 26, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 131 posts

This is exactly what I need for my CR S VUN Tuned Up, thanks for posting!

August 27, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 83 posts

I need this so bad for my CR S VUN Tuned Up. Subscribed!

August 28, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 126 posts

Same issue here with my CR S VUN Tuned Up, let me know if it works.

August 29, 2024 Reply

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