[Free Fix] Can I reset the immobilizer on my Macbor XC 510 S without dealer?

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Thunderbolt
Member since March 2023 • 17 posts

Need my Macbor XC 510 S's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on October 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Macbor XC 510 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Hotrod
Member • 116 posts

Following along—same issue with my Macbor XC 510 S.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 116 posts

My Macbor XC 510 S just blinks. I think this might fix it.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 34 posts

I’m not alone! My Macbor XC 510 S is doing the same thing.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 91 posts

My Macbor XC 510 S has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

October 08, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 58 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Macbor XC 510 S!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 52 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Macbor XC 510 S. Thanks!

October 10, 2024 Reply

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