[Issue Closed] Transponder chip replaced - now Maserati Indy 4900 needs code?

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How to get the factory key code for my Maserati Indy 4900 to make keys?

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My Maserati Indy 4900 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Maserati Indy 4900!

My Maserati Indy 4900 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

If this works for my Maserati Indy 4900, I owe you big time.

I have a 2011 Maserati Indy 4900, will this method work for that year?

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Maserati Indy 4900, hope this helps.

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