[Answered] How do I tell if my Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi uses a transponder?

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Alphaomega
Member since August 2022 • 98 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi?

Posted on March 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 19, 2025

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Quicksilver
Member • 44 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 106 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi—might work for mine too.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 136 posts

My Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 89 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi. This is a lifesaver.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
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If this works for my Vauxhall Vivaro e Life Combi, I owe you big time.

March 23, 2025 Reply

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