[Update] Dealer says key code unavailable for Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD

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Hackman
Member since January 2022 • 46 posts

Need my Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on January 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1419 posts

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

Posted on January 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Pandaexpress
Member • 59 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD owner.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 123 posts

Really need the key code for my Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD, thanks for sharing!

January 13, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 31 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 59 posts

Does this method work for the Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD models from 2010 onward?

January 15, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 113 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Isuzu Rodeo Sport 4WD.

January 16, 2025 Reply

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