[Solution] Lancia Fulvia won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Alphamale
Member since April 2022 • 20 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Lancia Fulvia?

Posted on March 04, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lancia Fulvia. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 05, 2025

Replies (4)

Cyberghost
Member • 119 posts

Following along—same issue with my Lancia Fulvia.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 36 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Lancia Fulvia, following this thread.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 100 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Lancia Fulvia.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 86 posts

Key code problems with my Lancia Fulvia as well. Subscribed!

March 08, 2025 Reply

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