[Method] Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Jaguar Super V8?

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Captaincrunch
Member since December 2022 • 54 posts

How can I obtain my Jaguar Super V8's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1886 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Jaguar Super V8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (4)

Silverbullet
Member • 125 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Jaguar Super V8, following this thread.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 45 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Jaguar Super V8.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 49 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Jaguar Super V8 before?

August 10, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 48 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Jaguar Super V8.

August 11, 2024 Reply

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