[Completed] Pininfarina Spider security light flashing - won't start

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Crazycat
Member since October 2022 • 150 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Pininfarina Spider key?

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Pininfarina Spider. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 14, 2025

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Goldeneye
Member • 112 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Pininfarina Spider.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 141 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Pininfarina Spider owner.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 83 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Pininfarina Spider for a while.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
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This just might solve my Pininfarina Spider's ignition issue.

March 17, 2025 Reply

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