[Status: Resolved] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a Heinkel A2?

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Zetajones
Member since April 2023 • 44 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Heinkel A2 to make keys?

Posted on August 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1729 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Heinkel A2. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Omegaman
Member • 105 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Heinkel A2.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 63 posts

Just what I needed! My Heinkel A2 has been acting up lately.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 43 posts

Been stuck with my Heinkel A2 for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 104 posts

Same problem on my Heinkel A2. Watching for any working solutions.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 21 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Heinkel A2!

August 21, 2024 Reply

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