[Confirmed Fix] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a Volkswagen TCross Life SUV?

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Omegadog
Member since March 2023 • 134 posts

Need my Volkswagen TCross Life SUV's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on December 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1050 posts

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

Posted on December 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Knightrider
Member • 38 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Volkswagen TCross Life SUV, thanks for posting!

December 10, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 140 posts

Saved me from towing my Volkswagen TCross Life SUV. Thanks!

December 11, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 50 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Volkswagen TCross Life SUV.

December 12, 2024 Reply

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