[Free Solution] TVR 400SX won’t crank - all signs point to missing code

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Silverfox
Member since November 2021 • 114 posts

Where's the key code located on a TVR 400SX for key programming?

Posted on August 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1663 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TVR 400SX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Invisible
Member • 16 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my TVR 400SX!

August 12, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 97 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my TVR 400SX—need the code first.

August 13, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 128 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my TVR 400SX.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 131 posts

Just tried this on my TVR 400SX—anyone else have success?

August 15, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 65 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my TVR 400SX.

August 16, 2024 Reply

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