[Issue Closed] Need to program a key for my Peugeot Type 81 but don’t have the code

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How to get the key code to program keys for my Peugeot Type 81?

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My Peugeot Type 81 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Will this work if the Peugeot Type 81 has an aftermarket alarm?

Worked for someone with a Peugeot Type 81? Need to hear it!

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Peugeot Type 81.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Peugeot Type 81 owner.

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