[Method] Where do I find the key code for my SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI?

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Yellowsub
Member since April 2022 • 35 posts

Looking for my SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on December 30, 2024
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Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (6)

Rocketman
Member • 72 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 77 posts

My SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

January 01, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 13 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI?

January 02, 2025 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 130 posts

Got a dead key fob for my SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI. Need the code badly.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 139 posts

Key code problems with my SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI as well. Subscribed!

January 04, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 19 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a SEAT ALTEA 2000 16V TDI?

January 05, 2025 Reply

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