[It Worked!] Dealer charging $150 for Vento Proton Dark key code - alternatives?

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Vortexx
Member since August 2022 • 22 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Vento Proton Dark?

Posted on December 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1022 posts

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

Posted on December 08, 2024

Replies (4)

Yellowjacket
Member • 48 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Vento Proton Dark before?

December 08, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 25 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Vento Proton Dark?

December 09, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 139 posts

My Vento Proton Dark's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 10, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 75 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Vento Proton Dark. Huge thanks!

December 11, 2024 Reply

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