[Closed] Help! My International 9900i is stuck in anti-theft mode

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Ultraman
Member since February 2022 • 91 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program International 9900i keys?

Posted on May 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 705 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the International 9900i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 29, 2025

Replies (5)

Deltaforce
Member • 59 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my International 9900i.

May 29, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 12 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my International 9900i.

May 30, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 121 posts

Was about to tow my International 9900i. Let me try this first.

May 31, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 93 posts

My International 9900i needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

June 01, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 133 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a International 9900i.

June 02, 2025 Reply

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