[Update] Key code sticker faded - how to find code for Volkswagen Golf R32 3Door Hatchback

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Quickdraw
Member since March 2023 • 113 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Volkswagen Golf R32 3Door Hatchback keys at the dealer?

Posted on August 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 06, 2024

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Digitaldude
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August 06, 2024 Reply
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