[Status: Resolved] My Fiat Cronos 18 16V key was cloned but code still needed?

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Luckyluke
Member since May 2023 • 109 posts

Where's the key code located on a Fiat Cronos 18 16V for key programming?

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1710 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Fiat Cronos 18 16V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Flyingdutch
Member • 146 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Fiat Cronos 18 16V.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 135 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Fiat Cronos 18 16V.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 82 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Fiat Cronos 18 16V too.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 114 posts

My Fiat Cronos 18 16V won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 12, 2024 Reply

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