[Free Solution] Need my Ernst Grube G5's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Neonqueen
Member since June 2023 • 82 posts

Looking for my Ernst Grube G5's key code to program a new key

Posted on May 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1990 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ernst Grube G5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Darkhorse
Member • 80 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Ernst Grube G5. Trying this now.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 42 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Ernst Grube G5 won’t recognize the key.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 57 posts

Been here before with my Ernst Grube G5. Let’s see if this one works.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 99 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Ernst Grube G5.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 55 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Ernst Grube G5.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 71 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Ernst Grube G5!

May 15, 2025 Reply

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