[Closed] Can someone send me the PIN code for Sterling 825 VIN?

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Hyperlink
Member since October 2022 • 19 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Sterling 825 keys?

Posted on March 29, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Sterling 825. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 30, 2025

Replies (4)

Yellowjacket
Member • 104 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Sterling 825 too.

March 30, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 49 posts

Using this on my Sterling 825 now. Hope it works.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 24 posts

Key code problems with my Sterling 825 as well. Subscribed!

April 01, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 72 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Sterling 825 key code too.

April 02, 2025 Reply

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