[Fixed] Just changed battery, now Ural Retro asks for a PIN code

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Digitalx
Member since November 2022 • 52 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Ural Retro keys?

Posted on December 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1534 posts

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

Posted on December 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Younggun
Member • 118 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Ural Retro.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 73 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Ural Retro!

December 04, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 64 posts

Same issue here with my Ural Retro, let me know if it works.

December 05, 2024 Reply

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