[Archived] Linhai Quattrocento key programming failed - what now?

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Silverbullet
Member since October 2021 • 131 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Linhai Quattrocento?

Posted on February 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1532 posts

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

Posted on February 27, 2025

Replies (6)

Pandaexpress
Member • 38 posts

My Linhai Quattrocento might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 130 posts

My Linhai Quattrocento's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

February 28, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 129 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Linhai Quattrocento. This might do it.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 90 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Linhai Quattrocento.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 115 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Linhai Quattrocento this hard?!

March 03, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 69 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Linhai Quattrocento as well.

March 04, 2025 Reply

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