[Free Fix] Got new ECU and now Tatra Phoenix wants key programming code

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Zombiehunt
Member since February 2023 • 75 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Tatra Phoenix keys?

Posted on May 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1895 posts

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

Posted on May 02, 2025

Replies (6)

Yellowjacket
Member • 80 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Tatra Phoenix.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 51 posts

My Tatra Phoenix won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 116 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Tatra Phoenixs?

May 04, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 47 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Tatra Phoenix. Thanks!

May 05, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 144 posts

Following this for my Tatra Phoenix. Please update if it works!

May 06, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 16 posts

My Tatra Phoenix needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

May 07, 2025 Reply

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