[Free Fix] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Fiat Stilo 18 8V

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Where do they get the key code to program Fiat Stilo 18 8V keys at the dealer?

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My Fiat Stilo 18 8V won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Fiat Stilo 18 8V.

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