[Confirmed Fix] Do I need tech2 or just the PIN to code UD Big Thumb key?

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Bluescreen
Member since February 2022 • 51 posts

How can I retrieve my UD Big Thumb's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1804 posts

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

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (4)

Darkangel
Member • 87 posts

If this works for my UD Big Thumb, I owe you big time.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 115 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my UD Big Thumb's mystery code.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 143 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my UD Big Thumb.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 46 posts

Following along—same issue with my UD Big Thumb.

February 16, 2025 Reply

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