[Success] Trying to start a Dacia Sandero II without immobilizer PIN

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Bob
Member since April 2023 • 69 posts

Where's the key code located on a Dacia Sandero II for key programming?

Posted on December 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dacia Sandero II. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 07, 2024

Replies (3)

Wildthing
Member • 17 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Dacia Sandero II this weekend.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 143 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Dacia Sandero II. Trying this instead.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 112 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Dacia Sandero II key issues!

December 09, 2024 Reply

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