[Answered] How to find my key code for Ruf Dakara

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Flyingmonk
Member since July 2022 • 101 posts

Need my Ruf Dakara's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1669 posts

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

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (5)

Charlie
Member • 46 posts

I’m not alone! My Ruf Dakara is doing the same thing.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 71 posts

I’m not alone! My Ruf Dakara is doing the same thing.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 75 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Ruf Dakara?

March 12, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 88 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ruf Dakara!

March 13, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 15 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Ruf Dakara for days.

March 14, 2025 Reply

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