[Confirmed] My Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Killerinst
Member since December 2021 • 141 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v?

Posted on August 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 868 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Yankeezulu
Member • 102 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16vs?

August 10, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 42 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 89 posts

My Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 92 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v. Huge thanks!

August 13, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 45 posts

Trying this out on my Volkswagen Jetta GLI 16v today—hoping it works.

August 14, 2024 Reply

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