[Method] Does the Maserati GranTurismo GT4 transponder code reset after ECU swap?

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Laserfocus
Member since July 2022 • 94 posts

How can I obtain my Maserati GranTurismo GT4's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on February 17, 2025
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Posted on February 18, 2025

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Digitaldude
Member • 38 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Maserati GranTurismo GT4.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 128 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Maserati GranTurismo GT4 key code too.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 106 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Maserati GranTurismo GT4 owner.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
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This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Maserati GranTurismo GT4 owner.

February 21, 2025 Reply

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