[Fixed] Scania R series remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Zetajones
Member since December 2021 • 78 posts

Where's the key code located on a Scania R series for key programming?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 815 posts

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

Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Platinumblonde
Member • 27 posts

Does this method work for the Scania R series models from 2010 onward?

December 12, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 110 posts

Using this on my Scania R series now. Hope it works.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 13 posts

Same issue here with my Scania R series, let me know if it works.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 63 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Scania R series.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 88 posts

I’m not alone! My Scania R series is doing the same thing.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 32 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Scania R series!

December 17, 2024 Reply

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