[Confirmed] Need key code after ECU replacement in Ruf Rt 12S

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Timelord
Member since September 2022 • 45 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Ruf Rt 12S to program a key?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ruf Rt 12S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Ironwill
Member • 81 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Ruf Rt 12S. Thanks!

August 16, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 75 posts

Will this work for older Ruf Rt 12Ss? Mine's a 2009.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 56 posts

Following this for my Ruf Rt 12S. Please update if it works!

August 18, 2024 Reply

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