[Update] Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Tomberlin MadAss?

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Cosmicray
Member since January 2023 • 86 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Tomberlin MadAss?

Posted on September 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1026 posts

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

Posted on October 01, 2024

Replies (5)

Oldschool
Member • 102 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Tomberlin MadAss won’t recognize the key.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 110 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Tomberlin MadAss.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 26 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Tomberlin MadAss key code too.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 61 posts

Been here before with my Tomberlin MadAss. Let’s see if this one works.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 65 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Tomberlin MadAss. This is a lifesaver.

October 05, 2024 Reply

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