[Fixed] My Kenworth T800 says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Icemann
Member since June 2022 • 29 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Kenworth T800 key?

Posted on April 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 804 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kenworth T800. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Skywalker
Member • 137 posts

Really need the key code for my Kenworth T800, thanks for sharing!

April 08, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 9 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Kenworth T800 key code too.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 89 posts

My Kenworth T800 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 93 posts

Same issue here with my Kenworth T800, let me know if it works.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 100 posts

Following this for my Kenworth T800. Please update if it works!

April 12, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 15 posts

Trying this on my Kenworth T800 later. Will report back.

April 13, 2025 Reply

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