[Status: Resolved] My TGB 101S won’t start - do I need a transponder code?

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Phoenixrise
Member since January 2023 • 33 posts

Where's the key code stored on a TGB 101S for programming keys?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 658 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TGB 101S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Neontiger
Member • 32 posts

Been here before with my TGB 101S. Let’s see if this one works.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 45 posts

I tried this with my TGB 101S but still no luck. Any suggestions?

February 14, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 55 posts

This is exactly what I need for my TGB 101S, thanks for posting!

February 15, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 19 posts

I have the same TGB 101S and I'm also trying to find the key code.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 108 posts

My TGB 101S might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 17 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my TGB 101S. Thanks!

February 18, 2025 Reply

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