[Status: Resolved] How locksmiths find key code for Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus

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Zombieking
Member since October 2021 • 145 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus for key programming?

Posted on March 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 17, 2025

Replies (4)

Digitalx
Member • 87 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 7 posts

Same issue here with my Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus, let me know if it works.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 104 posts

I tried this with my Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 19, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 103 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Volkswagen ID3 First Edition Plus—might work for mine too.

March 20, 2025 Reply

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