[Issue Closed] My Saleen Mustang S351 won’t recognize the key - missing transponder code?

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Zombiehunt
Member since December 2021 • 96 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Saleen Mustang S351 for key programming?

Posted on August 12, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1266 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Saleen Mustang S351. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 13, 2024

Replies (4)

Techwiz
Member • 44 posts

Just tried this on my Saleen Mustang S351—anyone else have success?

August 13, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 118 posts

Following this for my Saleen Mustang S351. Please update if it works!

August 14, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 86 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Saleen Mustang S351.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 144 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Saleen Mustang S351. Huge thanks!

August 16, 2024 Reply

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