[It Worked!] How to get the key code to program keys for my Renault 18i 4DR Wagon?

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Renault 18i 4DR Wagon?

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Trying this out on my Renault 18i 4DR Wagon today—hoping it works.

My Renault 18i 4DR Wagon's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

Would love to see a video version of this for a Renault 18i 4DR Wagon.

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