[Free Solution] PAS turns on dash but won’t crank - key issue?

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Bluescreen
Member since October 2022 • 65 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a PAS key fob?

Posted on March 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 870 posts

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

Posted on March 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Kungfupanda
Member • 56 posts

I’ve got a 2012 PAS, would this method still work?

March 20, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 133 posts

Was about to give up on my PAS, but this gives me hope.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 146 posts

Desperate to get my PAS running again. Trying this tonight.

March 22, 2025 Reply

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