[Status: Resolved] Need to reset my FAP 1921 immobilizer system

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Iceberg
Member since June 2022 • 144 posts

How can I access my FAP 1921's key code to program new keys?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 609 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the FAP 1921. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Purplerain
Member • 82 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my FAP 1921 too.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 55 posts

Following along—same issue with my FAP 1921.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 134 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my FAP 1921!

February 12, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 141 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 FAP 1921.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 91 posts

Following this for my FAP 1921. Please update if it works!

February 14, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 24 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a FAP 1921.

February 15, 2025 Reply

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