[Free Tool] Need key code after repo of my Renault 18i

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Easymoney
Member since February 2023 • 99 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Renault 18i for key programming?

Posted on August 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 950 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Renault 18i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Rustynail
Member • 72 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Renault 18i.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 104 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Renault 18i.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 64 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Renault 18i, following this thread.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 109 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Renault 18i?

August 12, 2024 Reply

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