[Status: Resolved] Dealer claims Fiat Multipla 16 16V key code is proprietary

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Xenogamer
Member since February 2022 • 124 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Fiat Multipla 16 16V for key programming?

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Fiat Multipla 16 16V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (5)

Vikingking
Member • 131 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Fiat Multipla 16 16V.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 11 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Fiat Multipla 16 16V?

January 05, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 62 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Fiat Multipla 16 16V.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 121 posts

This thread might save my Fiat Multipla 16 16V. Thanks everyone!

January 07, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 36 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Fiat Multipla 16 16V this hard?!

January 08, 2025 Reply

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