[Completed] Transponder chip replaced - now Sanglas 500 S 2 needs code?

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Rocketman
Member since August 2022 • 16 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Sanglas 500 S 2 - where's the key code?

Posted on August 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 654 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Sanglas 500 S 2. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Electricslide
Member • 114 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Sanglas 500 S 2.

August 26, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 136 posts

My Sanglas 500 S 2 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 139 posts

Was about to give up on my Sanglas 500 S 2, but this gives me hope.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 127 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Sanglas 500 S 2.

August 29, 2024 Reply

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