[Closed] Need my IFA Picco max 4's key code to program a new transponder key

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Laserbeam
Member since May 2022 • 57 posts

Trying to program a new key for my IFA Picco max 4 - where's the key code?

Posted on August 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1285 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the IFA Picco max 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Papasmurf
Member • 58 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my IFA Picco max 4. Huge thanks!

August 28, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 149 posts

Worked for someone with a IFA Picco max 4? Need to hear it!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 58 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 IFA Picco max 4.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 144 posts

My IFA Picco max 4 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 105 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my IFA Picco max 4.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 146 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my IFA Picco max 4 key issue.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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