[Solved] Norton Commando 961 California key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Frostydog
Member since November 2022 • 30 posts

Need my Norton Commando 961 California's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on March 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1666 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Norton Commando 961 California. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 03, 2025

Replies (5)

Killerinst
Member • 112 posts

Was about to give up on my Norton Commando 961 California, but this gives me hope.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 15 posts

Using this on my Norton Commando 961 California now. Hope it works.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 90 posts

My Norton Commando 961 California's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 85 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Norton Commando 961 California won’t recognize the key.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 49 posts

My Norton Commando 961 California's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 07, 2025 Reply

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