[Solved] My Generic Stream key was cloned but code still needed?

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Xrayvision
Member since August 2022 • 49 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Generic Stream keys?

Posted on April 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1791 posts

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

Posted on April 18, 2025

Replies (4)

Bluemoon
Member • 80 posts

I tried this with my Generic Stream but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 18, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 86 posts

Just tried this on my Generic Stream—anyone else have success?

April 19, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 42 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Generic Stream, hope someone can help.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 27 posts

Was about to give up on my Generic Stream, but this gives me hope.

April 21, 2025 Reply

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