[Fixed] Just changed ECU on my SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 SDI - need new transponder code?

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Byteme
Member since February 2022 • 104 posts

Where's the key code located on a SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 SDI for key programming?

Posted on March 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 SDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 27, 2025

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Invisible
Member • 143 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 SDI.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 106 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 SDI.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 37 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my SKODA OCTAVIA 1900 SDI.

March 29, 2025 Reply

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