[Closed] Emergency! Must find key code for Jaguar EType

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Silverbullet
Member since February 2022 • 123 posts

How can I obtain my Jaguar EType's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on March 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Jaguar EType. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 19, 2025

Replies (3)

Emeraldcity
Member • 21 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Jaguar EType key issues!

March 19, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 148 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Jaguar EType?

March 20, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 124 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Jaguar EType won’t recognize the key.

March 21, 2025 Reply

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