[Free Fix] Fob reprogram failed on Ruf SCR 42 - need key code

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Flyingmonk
Member since May 2023 • 145 posts

Need my Ruf SCR 42's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 918 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ruf SCR 42. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Greenlantern
Member • 119 posts

Trying this out on my Ruf SCR 42 today—hoping it works.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 34 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Ruf SCR 42.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 92 posts

My Ruf SCR 42's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 30 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Ruf SCR 42.

February 10, 2025 Reply

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