[Answered] OBD tools that read key code for VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V

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Silverbullet
Member since April 2022 • 14 posts

Looking for my VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (6)

Metalhead
Member • 62 posts

My VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 72 posts

I think my VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 144 posts

Using this on my VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V now. Hope it works.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 34 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V, following this thread.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 119 posts

My VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 150 posts

Just what I needed! My VOLKSWAGEN BORA 1400 16V has been acting up lately.

March 05, 2025 Reply

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