[Success] Dealer charging $250 for Qingqi QM250 E4 code - alternatives?

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Rocketman
Member since July 2023 • 38 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Qingqi QM250 E4?

Posted on September 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1164 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Qingqi QM250 E4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Grace
Member • 118 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Qingqi QM250 E4 won’t recognize the key.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 138 posts

I have a 2011 Qingqi QM250 E4, will this method work for that year?

September 23, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 21 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Qingqi QM250 E4.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 127 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Qingqi QM250 E4 this weekend.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 94 posts

I think my Qingqi QM250 E4 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

September 26, 2024 Reply

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