[Archived] Need key code after repo of my Ferrari 458

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Gamemaster
Member since March 2022 • 21 posts

Need my Ferrari 458's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on January 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 796 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ferrari 458. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Deltaforce
Member • 115 posts

Same problem on my Ferrari 458. Watching for any working solutions.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 104 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Ferrari 458 key code too.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 67 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Ferrari 458—need the code first.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 95 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Ferrari 458, would this method still work?

January 26, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 28 posts

My Ferrari 458 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 125 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Ferrari 458 for a while.

January 28, 2025 Reply

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