[Solved] Dealer being difficult about Sinotruk Steyr key code

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Neondream
Member since May 2022 • 135 posts

Where's the key code located on a Sinotruk Steyr for key programming?

Posted on February 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 568 posts

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

Posted on February 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphaomega
Member • 88 posts

Using this on my Sinotruk Steyr now. Hope it works.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 85 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Sinotruk Steyr, following this thread.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 88 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Sinotruk Steyr.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 66 posts

I’m not alone! My Sinotruk Steyr is doing the same thing.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 79 posts

Will this work for older Sinotruk Steyrs? Mine's a 2009.

March 01, 2025 Reply

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