[Closed] Where's the key code stored on a Ruf CR4 for programming keys?

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Captaincrunch
Member since January 2022 • 13 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Ruf CR4 to make a spare key?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (3)

Megamind
Member • 40 posts

This just might solve my Ruf CR4's ignition issue.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
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Worked for someone with a Ruf CR4? Need to hear it!

April 15, 2025 Reply
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April 16, 2025 Reply

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