[Solution] Just changed battery, now SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 8V TDI asks for a PIN code

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 8V TDI

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Really need the key code for my SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 8V TDI, thanks for sharing!

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Anyone try this on a SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 8V TDI with push-button start?

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