[Confirmed] Fob reprogram failed on Rocket 3 - need key code

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Xenowarrior
Member since February 2023 • 69 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Rocket 3 for key programming?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1095 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Rocket 3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Platinumblonde
Member • 64 posts

Does this method work for the Rocket 3 models from 2010 onward?

February 11, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 132 posts

I have a 2011 Rocket 3, will this method work for that year?

February 12, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 117 posts

My Rocket 3 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 110 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Rocket 3. Need the code badly.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 21 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Rocket 3 too.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 107 posts

Desperate to get my Rocket 3 running again. Trying this tonight.

February 16, 2025 Reply

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