[Confirmed] Where do I enter key programming code in TRS Gold 280?

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Alphacent
Member since November 2022 • 111 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a TRS Gold 280?

Posted on September 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1256 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TRS Gold 280. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 09, 2024

Replies (4)

Xrayspecs
Member • 120 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 TRS Gold 280?

September 09, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 93 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my TRS Gold 280.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 105 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my TRS Gold 280.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 148 posts

I’ve been locked out of my TRS Gold 280 all week. Hope this helps.

September 12, 2024 Reply

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