[Completed] Where mechanics look for key code on Land Rover Discovery

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Iceberg
Member since August 2021 • 82 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Land Rover Discovery key?

Posted on November 12, 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 Discovery. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 13, 2024

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Greenlantern
Member • 120 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Land Rover Discovery.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 91 posts

Desperate to get my Land Rover Discovery running again. Trying this tonight.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 43 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Land Rover Discovery this weekend.

November 15, 2024 Reply

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