[Issue Closed] Replacing immobilizer module on Jaguar CX17 - need to reprogram?

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Jedimaster
Member since July 2023 • 90 posts

Looking for my Jaguar CX17's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1789 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Jaguar CX17. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Nighthawk
Member • 58 posts

Trying this on my Jaguar CX17 later. Will report back.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 8 posts

Following along—same issue with my Jaguar CX17.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 135 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Jaguar CX17. This might do it.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 69 posts

My Jaguar CX17 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 33 posts

Following this for my Jaguar CX17. Please update if it works!

November 28, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 125 posts

Worked for someone with a Jaguar CX17? Need to hear it!

November 29, 2024 Reply

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