[Resolved] Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV immobilizer won’t clear - what code do I need?

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Xfactor
Member since July 2023 • 140 posts

Need my Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 682 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (5)

Unclesam
Member • 133 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV, following this thread.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 26 posts

If this works for my Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV, I owe you big time.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 101 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV too.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 60 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV, would this method still work?

November 14, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 49 posts

My Jeep Wrangler 80th Anniversary SUV has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 15, 2024 Reply

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