[Status: Resolved] Can't program new key without code for Lancia Thesis 24 20V

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Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Lancia Thesis 24 20V?

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This thread might save my Lancia Thesis 24 20V. Thanks everyone!

Appreciate any advice—my Lancia Thesis 24 20V won’t recognize the key.

Appreciate any advice—my Lancia Thesis 24 20V won’t recognize the key.

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