[Closed] How can I find my Jaguar XJ's key code to program a new key?

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Frostbyte
Member since February 2023 • 91 posts

How to get my Jaguar XJ's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1944 posts

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

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Greenlantern
Member • 40 posts

Anyone try this on a Jaguar XJ with push-button start?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 72 posts

Same issue here with my Jaguar XJ, let me know if it works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 47 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Jaguar XJ. This might do it.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 95 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Jaguar XJ.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 14 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Jaguar XJ this hard?!

December 29, 2024 Reply

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