[Free Fix] Maserati Biturbo E keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Alphabeta
Member since December 2021 • 137 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Maserati Biturbo E?

Posted on January 24, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Maserati Biturbo E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphacent
Member • 47 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Maserati Biturbo E.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 55 posts

I tried this with my Maserati Biturbo E but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 26, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 79 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Maserati Biturbo E. This is a lifesaver.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 19 posts

Does this method work for the Maserati Biturbo E models from 2010 onward?

January 28, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 31 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Maserati Biturbo E this weekend.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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