[Verified] Dafra Apache150 key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Killerinst
Member since January 2023 • 136 posts

Need my Dafra Apache150's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 698 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Dafra Apache150. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Neontiger
Member • 134 posts

Following this for my Dafra Apache150. Please update if it works!

October 27, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 133 posts

I need this so bad for my Dafra Apache150. Subscribed!

October 28, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 93 posts

Will this work if the Dafra Apache150 has an aftermarket alarm?

October 29, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 82 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Dafra Apache150 this weekend.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
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My Dafra Apache150 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 31, 2024 Reply

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