[Recommended Fix] Trying to program a new key for Dafier DFE 250 - code required?

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Cyberninja
Member since February 2022 • 148 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Dafier DFE 250 for key programming?

Posted on October 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1011 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dafier DFE 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Youngturk
Member • 149 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Dafier DFE 250. Thanks!

October 05, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 78 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Dafier DFE 250 too.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 103 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Dafier DFE 250's key code issue!

October 07, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 144 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Dafier DFE 250.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 55 posts

My Dafier DFE 250 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 49 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Dafier DFE 250. Need the code badly.

October 10, 2024 Reply

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