[Working] My TGB 101R 50 key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my TGB 101R 50

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my TGB 101R 50.

Waiting to see if this will work on my TGB 101R 50 as well.

Just tried this on my TGB 101R 50—anyone else have success?

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my TGB 101R 50 for days.

Really need the key code for my TGB 101R 50, thanks for sharing!

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