[Confirmed] Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V immobilizer not responding after new key

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Quantumfizz
Member since January 2022 • 144 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V to make a spare key?

Posted on December 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 825 posts

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

Posted on December 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Frostbyte
Member • 16 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V. Huge thanks!

December 17, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 128 posts

I have the same Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 46 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 103 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V. This is a lifesaver.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 84 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Fiat Punto Intern 16 16V.

December 21, 2024 Reply

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