[Confirmed] Stuck without key code for Jaguar Formula 1 R1

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Where's the key code hidden on a Jaguar Formula 1 R1 for key programming?

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Will this work for older Jaguar Formula 1 R1s? Mine's a 2009.

Wish I found this thread before towing my Jaguar Formula 1 R1.

Been stuck with my Jaguar Formula 1 R1 for weeks. This might be the fix.

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