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

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

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

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

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

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