[Closed] How do I tell if my Jaguar Formula E IType 4 uses a transponder?

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Cosmokid
Member since March 2023 • 79 posts

How can I retrieve my Jaguar Formula E IType 4's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on August 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1083 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Jaguar Formula E IType 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (6)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 21 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Jaguar Formula E IType 4.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 134 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Jaguar Formula E IType 4. This looks promising.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 87 posts

This just might solve my Jaguar Formula E IType 4's ignition issue.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 38 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Jaguar Formula E IType 4, thanks for posting!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 93 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Jaguar Formula E IType 4—might work for mine too.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 120 posts

Been here before with my Jaguar Formula E IType 4. Let’s see if this one works.

August 31, 2024 Reply

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