[Method] Need to program a key for my Panos Roadster but don’t have the code

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Laughingman
Member since May 2022 • 107 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Panos Roadster for programming keys?

Posted on November 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1749 posts

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

Posted on November 17, 2024

Replies (6)

Viperstrike
Member • 122 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Panos Roadster. Trying this instead.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 72 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Panos Roadster.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 60 posts

My Panos Roadster is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 26 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Panos Roadster too.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 17 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Panos Roadster won’t recognize the key.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 132 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Panos Roadster.

November 22, 2024 Reply

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