[Update] Getting key code for Proton Persona with keyless entry

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Redbull
Member since July 2023 • 59 posts

Looking for my Proton Persona's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1114 posts

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

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Cyberghost
Member • 38 posts

Does this method work for the Proton Persona models from 2010 onward?

September 17, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 41 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Proton Persona. This might do it.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 61 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Proton Persona, following this thread.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 74 posts

Trying this on my Proton Persona later. Will report back.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 116 posts

This just might solve my Proton Persona's ignition issue.

September 21, 2024 Reply

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