[Issue Closed] My Dacia Station Wagon key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Charlie
Member since May 2022 • 31 posts

Where's the key code located on a Dacia Station Wagon for key programming?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dacia Station Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (6)

Moonwalker
Member • 34 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Dacia Station Wagon.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 30 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Dacia Station Wagon.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 92 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Dacia Station Wagon key issues!

February 02, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 66 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Dacia Station Wagon. Trying this instead.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 42 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Dacia Station Wagon. Huge thanks!

February 04, 2025 Reply
Betamax
Member • 145 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Dacia Station Wagon!

February 05, 2025 Reply

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