[Working] Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Greengiant
Member since July 2023 • 14 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound?

Posted on October 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (3)

Firestarter
Member • 14 posts

Just tried this on my Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound—anyone else have success?

November 01, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 52 posts

My Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

November 02, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 28 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound too.

November 03, 2024 Reply

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