[Method] TR7 Tiger not recognizing new key - code issue?

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Platinumblonde
Member since April 2022 • 16 posts

How can I find my TR7 Tiger's key code to program a new key?

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1976 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TR7 Tiger. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Betatest
Member • 119 posts

Really need the key code for my TR7 Tiger, thanks for sharing!

February 15, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 5 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a TR7 Tiger owner.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 49 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my TR7 Tiger!

February 17, 2025 Reply

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