[Success] Got replacement ECU for Jaguar XJRS Convertble, now code doesn’t match

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Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Jaguar XJRS Convertble?

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My Jaguar XJRS Convertble's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Jaguar XJRS Convertble.

My Jaguar XJRS Convertble has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Jaguar XJRS Convertble, hope this helps.

Really need the key code for my Jaguar XJRS Convertble, thanks for sharing!

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Jaguar XJRS Convertble!

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