[Method] Looking for someone who pulled key code from RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 VIN

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Quantumx
Member since May 2023 • 142 posts

Trying to program a new key for my RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 - where's the key code?

Posted on November 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Cosmokid
Member • 131 posts

My RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 39 posts

Key code problems with my RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 as well. Subscribed!

November 23, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 137 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 too.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 86 posts

I think my RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 53 posts

My RUF Automobile RUF TURBO 12 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 26, 2024 Reply

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