[Recommended Fix] Volkswagen Lupo key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Electric
Member since June 2022 • 126 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Volkswagen Lupo for key programming?

Posted on April 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen Lupo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 16, 2025

Replies (3)

Whitenoise
Member • 90 posts

Was about to give up on my Volkswagen Lupo, but this gives me hope.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 145 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Volkswagen Lupo. Need the code badly.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 76 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Volkswagen Lupo.

April 18, 2025 Reply

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