[Fixed] Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Garelli XO 300?

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Dragonfly
Member since May 2022 • 116 posts

Need my Garelli XO 300's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on March 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Garelli XO 300. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 22, 2025

Replies (5)

Rustynail
Member • 14 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Garelli XO 300?

March 22, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 11 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Garelli XO 300!

March 23, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 118 posts

My Garelli XO 300's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 117 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Garelli XO 300.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 48 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Garelli XO 300 all week. Hope this helps.

March 26, 2025 Reply

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