[Closed] Just changed ECU on my Volkswagen Caddy 3 - need new transponder code?

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Reddwarf
Member since June 2022 • 104 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Volkswagen Caddy 3?

Posted on August 31, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1274 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen Caddy 3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 01, 2024

Replies (5)

Alphaomega
Member • 100 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Volkswagen Caddy 3?

September 01, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 73 posts

Anyone try this on a Volkswagen Caddy 3 with push-button start?

September 02, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 72 posts

I have a 2011 Volkswagen Caddy 3, will this method work for that year?

September 03, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 43 posts

Just what I needed! My Volkswagen Caddy 3 has been acting up lately.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 16 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Volkswagen Caddy 3.

September 05, 2024 Reply

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