[Archived] TRS One RR 280 remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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How do I get the key code to program a new key for my TRS One RR 280?

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Same issue here with my TRS One RR 280, let me know if it works.

I have a 2011 TRS One RR 280, will this method work for that year?

Will this work for older TRS One RR 280s? Mine's a 2009.

I tried this with my TRS One RR 280 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my TRS One RR 280.

Any updates on getting the key code for the TRS One RR 280?

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