[Method] Trying to program a new key for my RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V - where's the key code?

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Blackwidow
Member since May 2022 • 45 posts

Where's the key code stored in my RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V for key programming?

Posted on October 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Jazzhands
Member • 79 posts

I’ve got a 2012 RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V, would this method still work?

October 05, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 120 posts

Same problem on my RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V. Watching for any working solutions.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 55 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V?

October 07, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 150 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V!

October 08, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 54 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V?

October 09, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 123 posts

Same issue here with my RENAULT MEGANE 1800 16V, let me know if it works.

October 10, 2024 Reply

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