[Resolved] Trying to revive old Volkswagen Golf 4 - no key code available

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Techlord
Member since July 2022 • 107 posts

How can I obtain my Volkswagen Golf 4's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on September 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 506 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen Golf 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 30, 2024

Replies (6)

Luckyluke
Member • 114 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Volkswagen Golf 4?

September 30, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 138 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Volkswagen Golf 4?

October 01, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 106 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Volkswagen Golf 4, thanks for posting!

October 02, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 149 posts

My Volkswagen Golf 4 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 133 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Volkswagen Golf 4 too.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 43 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Volkswagen Golf 4's key code.

October 05, 2024 Reply

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