[Confirmed Fix] How do I retrieve the key code for my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TFSI?

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Quantumflux
Member since September 2021 • 143 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TFSI

Posted on November 10, 2024
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 TFSI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 75 posts

Same problem on my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TFSI. Watching for any working solutions.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 9 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TFSI key issue.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 34 posts

Will this work for older SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TFSIs? Mine's a 2009.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 86 posts

I have a 2011 SKODA OCTAVIA 2000 16V TFSI, will this method work for that year?

November 14, 2024 Reply

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