[Confirmed Fix] Just changed battery, now Dacia Stepway asks for a PIN code

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Yellowdog
Member since March 2022 • 104 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Dacia Stepway to make a spare key?

Posted on August 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1776 posts

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

Posted on August 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Betamax
Member • 57 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Dacia Stepway owner.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 131 posts

My Dacia Stepway's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 72 posts

Will this work for older Dacia Stepways? Mine's a 2009.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 115 posts

Was about to tow my Dacia Stepway. Let me try this first.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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