[Recommended Fix] Where do dealerships get the key code to program TGB Memory Classic keys?

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Redbull
Member since February 2022 • 114 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program TGB Memory Classic keys?

Posted on August 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1674 posts

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

Posted on August 23, 2024

Replies (6)

Redbaron
Member • 35 posts

Using this on my TGB Memory Classic now. Hope it works.

August 23, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 90 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my TGB Memory Classic.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 128 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's TGB Memory Classic. Giving it a go myself.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 54 posts

I have a 2011 TGB Memory Classic, will this method work for that year?

August 26, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 31 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my TGB Memory Classic. Huge thanks!

August 27, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 15 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a TGB Memory Classic.

August 28, 2024 Reply

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