[Closed] Trying to program a new key for Renault Clio 3 - code required?

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Superfly
Member since September 2021 • 124 posts

Need my Renault Clio 3's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Renault Clio 3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (3)

Supernova
Member • 131 posts

Been stuck with my Renault Clio 3 for weeks. This might be the fix.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 72 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Renault Clio 3.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 17 posts

Same issue here with my Renault Clio 3, let me know if it works.

January 27, 2025 Reply

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