[Issue Closed] Does anyone have a way to retrieve a Proton GEN2 PIN code?

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Fastlane
Member since May 2023 • 103 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Proton GEN2 for key programming?

Posted on August 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1470 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Proton GEN2. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Quicksilver
Member • 72 posts

Just what I needed! My Proton GEN2 has been acting up lately.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 49 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Proton GEN2. This is a lifesaver.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 21 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Proton GEN2?

August 21, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 41 posts

Been here before with my Proton GEN2. Let’s see if this one works.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 41 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Proton GEN2 this weekend.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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