[It Worked!] SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI code lost - looking for safe way to retrieve it

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Lionheart
Member since April 2023 • 72 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI key fob?

Posted on January 09, 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 2000 16V TDI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Whiteknight
Member • 63 posts

Following this for my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI. Please update if it works!

January 10, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 128 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI for a while.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 94 posts

I tried this with my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 12, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 69 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 96 posts

Saved me from towing my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI. Thanks!

January 14, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
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Was about to give up on my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TDI, but this gives me hope.

January 15, 2025 Reply

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