[Status: Resolved] Where can I get the key code for my FAP 1516 1520?

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Where do they get the key code to program FAP 1516 1520 keys at the dealer?

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My FAP 1516 1520's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my FAP 1516 1520.

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