[Solution] Replacing keys on a GAZ GAZ M72 - code required?

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Urbanlegend
Member since June 2023 • 31 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my GAZ GAZ M72?

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 GAZ GAZ M72. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Uncleben
Member • 137 posts

Really need the key code for my GAZ GAZ M72, thanks for sharing!

March 10, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 11 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a GAZ GAZ M72 owner.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 67 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my GAZ GAZ M72, following this thread.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 87 posts

This thread might save my GAZ GAZ M72. Thanks everyone!

March 13, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 103 posts

My GAZ GAZ M72 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 43 posts

Following along—same issue with my GAZ GAZ M72.

March 15, 2025 Reply

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