[Resolved] TGB Sunset 49 not starting - no key programming code

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Supernova
Member since December 2022 • 74 posts

How can I obtain my TGB Sunset 49's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on September 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TGB Sunset 49. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Zerocool
Member • 43 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my TGB Sunset 49's key code.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 127 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my TGB Sunset 49, hope this helps.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 61 posts

My TGB Sunset 49 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 16 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with TGB Sunset 49 key issues!

September 15, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 10 posts

My TGB Sunset 49 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 16, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 145 posts

Been stuck with my TGB Sunset 49 for weeks. This might be the fix.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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