[Confirmed] Fob reprogram failed on VOLKSWAGEN LT 46 2500 TDI - need key code

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Yellowfin
Member since November 2021 • 93 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my VOLKSWAGEN LT 46 2500 TDI?

Posted on August 29, 2024
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Posted on August 30, 2024

Replies (3)

Alphacent
Member • 92 posts

My VOLKSWAGEN LT 46 2500 TDI won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 107 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the VOLKSWAGEN LT 46 2500 TDI?

August 31, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 12 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a VOLKSWAGEN LT 46 2500 TDI?

September 01, 2024 Reply

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