[Method] Anyone know how to get the key code for a DS 3 Crossback E Tense?

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Quicksilver
Member since July 2022 • 67 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program DS 3 Crossback E Tense keys?

Posted on January 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1327 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the DS 3 Crossback E Tense. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Quantumq
Member • 129 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my DS 3 Crossback E Tense key code too.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 79 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my DS 3 Crossback E Tense. Trying this instead.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 83 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my DS 3 Crossback E Tense. Trying this instead.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 149 posts

Was about to give up on my DS 3 Crossback E Tense, but this gives me hope.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 114 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my DS 3 Crossback E Tense.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 52 posts

Using this on my DS 3 Crossback E Tense now. Hope it works.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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