[Confirmed Fix] How do I retrieve the key code for my Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4 to program a key?

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Jazzhands
Member since December 2021 • 28 posts

Where's the key code located on a Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4 for key programming?

Posted on November 25, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Windwalker
Member • 146 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 72 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 37 posts

This thread might save my Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4. Thanks everyone!

November 28, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 12 posts

I think my Maserati Ghibli V6 SQ4 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 29, 2024 Reply

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