[Issue Closed] Dealer charging $250 for Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105 code - alternatives?

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Vortexx
Member since July 2023 • 97 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105 for programming keys?

Posted on December 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Dragonfly
Member • 6 posts

I have the same Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 130 posts

Trying this out on my Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105 today—hoping it works.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 123 posts

If this works for my Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105, I owe you big time.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 20 posts

This thread might save my Fiat Bravo_Brava 99 JTD 105. Thanks everyone!

December 29, 2024 Reply

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