[Status: Resolved] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Macbor XC512 R 6V

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Yellowsub
Member since September 2021 • 123 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Macbor XC512 R 6V

Posted on March 25, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Macbor XC512 R 6V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 26, 2025

Replies (6)

Quantumleap
Member • 35 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Macbor XC512 R 6V for a while.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 91 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Macbor XC512 R 6V won’t recognize the key.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 97 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Macbor XC512 R 6V.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 66 posts

My Macbor XC512 R 6V might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 29, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 57 posts

I need this so bad for my Macbor XC512 R 6V. Subscribed!

March 30, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 121 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Macbor XC512 R 6V. Need the code badly.

March 31, 2025 Reply

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