[Issue Closed] Dealer being difficult about Praga V3S key code

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Karmapolice
Member since April 2022 • 32 posts

Looking for my Praga V3S's key code to program a new key

Posted on October 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1427 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Praga V3S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 27, 2024

Replies (3)

Darkhorse
Member • 31 posts

Does this method work for the Praga V3S models from 2010 onward?

October 27, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 121 posts

Saved me from towing my Praga V3S. Thanks!

October 28, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 84 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Praga V3Ss?

October 29, 2024 Reply

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