[Update] UAZ UAZ 3160 stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Haloeffect
Member since January 2022 • 101 posts

Need my UAZ UAZ 3160's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1783 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the UAZ UAZ 3160. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Happyfeet
Member • 71 posts

My UAZ UAZ 3160 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 43 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with UAZ UAZ 3160 key issues!

October 10, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 140 posts

Saved me from towing my UAZ UAZ 3160. Thanks!

October 11, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 130 posts

I have the same UAZ UAZ 3160 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 64 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my UAZ UAZ 3160!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 39 posts

My UAZ UAZ 3160's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 14, 2024 Reply

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