[Closed] Peugeot 208 RX key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Alphacent
Member since July 2022 • 140 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Peugeot 208 RX?

Posted on April 03, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 528 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Peugeot 208 RX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Windwalker
Member • 120 posts

Been here before with my Peugeot 208 RX. Let’s see if this one works.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 149 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Peugeot 208 RX—need the code first.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 9 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Peugeot 208 RX. Trying this now.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 33 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Peugeot 208 RX for days.

April 07, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 127 posts

Really need the key code for my Peugeot 208 RX, thanks for sharing!

April 08, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 92 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Peugeot 208 RX. This looks promising.

April 09, 2025 Reply

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