[Working] I need to recover my DS 3 Crossback's key code

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Quicksilver
Member since September 2022 • 113 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my DS 3 Crossback?

Posted on September 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 533 posts

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

Posted on September 07, 2024

Replies (3)

Omegared
Member • 96 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my DS 3 Crossback this weekend.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 96 posts

Finally, something that might help with my DS 3 Crossback's key code issue!

September 08, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 126 posts

My DS 3 Crossback just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 09, 2024 Reply

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