[Update] Just changed ECU on my RENAULT MEGANE 1400 16V - need new transponder code?

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Looking for my RENAULT MEGANE 1400 16V's key code to program a new key fob

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My RENAULT MEGANE 1400 16V has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my RENAULT MEGANE 1400 16V. Trying this now.

My RENAULT MEGANE 1400 16V won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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