[Status: Resolved] My Federal Coach 85J key was cloned but code still needed?

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Ultraviolet
Member since September 2021 • 21 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Federal Coach 85J?

Posted on February 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1671 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Federal Coach 85J. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Jedimaster
Member • 116 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Federal Coach 85J. This is a lifesaver.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 148 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Federal Coach 85J.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 132 posts

Saved me from towing my Federal Coach 85J. Thanks!

February 20, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 143 posts

My Federal Coach 85J just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 87 posts

Just tried this on my Federal Coach 85J—anyone else have success?

February 22, 2025 Reply

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