[Solution] Locked out of my Jaguar XE SV Project 8 - don’t have the key code

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Timemachine
Member since May 2022 • 139 posts

Looking for my Jaguar XE SV Project 8's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1930 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Jaguar XE SV Project 8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

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Vikingking
Member • 47 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Jaguar XE SV Project 8's key code.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 150 posts

Was about to give up on my Jaguar XE SV Project 8, but this gives me hope.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
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My Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

September 23, 2024 Reply

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