[Confirmed Fix] Can I bypass ignition lock on Lightning Strike Carbon with code?

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Quantumx
Member since January 2023 • 21 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Lightning Strike Carbon keys?

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1833 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lightning Strike Carbon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (4)

Ironman
Member • 120 posts

Anyone try this on a Lightning Strike Carbon with push-button start?

August 29, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 45 posts

If this works for my Lightning Strike Carbon, I owe you big time.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 13 posts

Been here before with my Lightning Strike Carbon. Let’s see if this one works.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 55 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Lightning Strike Carbon. This might do it.

September 01, 2024 Reply

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