[Recommended Fix] Replaced steering column, now SWM Gran Milano won’t start - code?

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Blackwidow
Member since July 2022 • 72 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my SWM Gran Milano?

Posted on January 31, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1895 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the SWM Gran Milano. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 01, 2025

Replies (6)

Xfactor
Member • 42 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my SWM Gran Milano's key code.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 11 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my SWM Gran Milano this weekend.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 127 posts

Following this for my SWM Gran Milano. Please update if it works!

February 03, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 101 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my SWM Gran Milano. Trying this now.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 91 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my SWM Gran Milano key issue.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
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I’m in the same boat with my SWM Gran Milano. This looks promising.

February 06, 2025 Reply

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