[Recommended Fix] Dealer vs locksmith for Fiat Punto 03 Van 13 key code

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Omegadog
Member since October 2021 • 53 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Fiat Punto 03 Van 13 - where's the key code?

Posted on March 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Fiat Punto 03 Van 13. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (5)

Phoenixrise
Member • 17 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Fiat Punto 03 Van 13 too.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 50 posts

Was about to tow my Fiat Punto 03 Van 13. Let me try this first.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 111 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Fiat Punto 03 Van 13 key issue.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 38 posts

Was about to tow my Fiat Punto 03 Van 13. Let me try this first.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 102 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Fiat Punto 03 Van 13.

March 14, 2025 Reply

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