[Closed] Dealer wants proof for Linhai Drive In key code - why?

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Netsurfer
Member since October 2022 • 30 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Linhai Drive In?

Posted on April 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1134 posts

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

Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Techlord
Member • 50 posts

I have a 2011 Linhai Drive In, will this method work for that year?

April 10, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 32 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Linhai Drive In.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 5 posts

My Linhai Drive In needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

April 12, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 118 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Linhai Drive In—need the code first.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 73 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Linhai Drive In.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 71 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Linhai Drive In, hope someone can help.

April 15, 2025 Reply

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