[Closed] Bought used Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE - transponder code missing

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How do I retrieve the key code for my Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE to program a key?

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Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE.

I think my Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

I tried this with my Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE!

Waiting to see if this will work on my Land Rover Defender XDynamic SE as well.

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