[Resolved] My Peugeot 405 key code is missing - advice?

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Vectorx
Member since December 2021 • 44 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Peugeot 405 - help?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1091 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Peugeot 405. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Neonqueen
Member • 52 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Peugeot 405, would this method still work?

October 28, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 50 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Peugeot 405, following this thread.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 35 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Peugeot 405. Trying this now.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 25 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Peugeot 405. This might do it.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 77 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Peugeot 405?

November 01, 2024 Reply

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