[Resolved] Trying to program a new key for Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback - code required?

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Quicksilver
Member since October 2022 • 61 posts

How to get my Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on March 01, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Thunderbolt
Member • 119 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 30 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 146 posts

Using this on my Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback now. Hope it works.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 108 posts

Key code problems with my Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback as well. Subscribed!

March 05, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 66 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Fiat 500 Abarth Hatchback key code too.

March 06, 2025 Reply

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