[Update] Trying to revive old Mahindra XUV500 - no key code available

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Betatest
Member since June 2022 • 27 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Mahindra XUV500?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 985 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mahindra XUV500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Grace
Member • 101 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Mahindra XUV500. Trying this instead.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 93 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Mahindra XUV500.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 133 posts

I need this so bad for my Mahindra XUV500. Subscribed!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 6 posts

Just tried this on my Mahindra XUV500—anyone else have success?

August 10, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 19 posts

Does this method work for the Mahindra XUV500 models from 2010 onward?

August 11, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 82 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Mahindra XUV500?

August 12, 2024 Reply

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