[Working] My Volkswagen GTI VR6 fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Airjordan
Member since September 2021 • 120 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Volkswagen GTI VR6?

Posted on November 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen GTI VR6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 01, 2024

Replies (3)

Electricboog
Member • 52 posts

Trying this on my Volkswagen GTI VR6 later. Will report back.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 78 posts

Been here before with my Volkswagen GTI VR6. Let’s see if this one works.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 133 posts

My Volkswagen GTI VR6 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

December 03, 2024 Reply

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