[Success] SWM Gran Turismo remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Yellowsub
Member since September 2021 • 13 posts

Where's the key code located on a SWM Gran Turismo for key programming?

Posted on February 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1503 posts

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

Posted on February 20, 2025

Replies (3)

Alphawolf
Member • 126 posts

My SWM Gran Turismo's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 117 posts

Worked for someone with a SWM Gran Turismo? Need to hear it!

February 21, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 60 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 SWM Gran Turismo.

February 22, 2025 Reply

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