[Archived] Looking for a way to read my Volkswagen Transporter's transponder code

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Zombiehunt
Member since July 2022 • 121 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Volkswagen Transporter key?

Posted on August 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 812 posts

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

Posted on August 30, 2024

Replies (5)

Haloeffect
Member • 13 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Volkswagen Transporter too!

August 30, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 70 posts

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

August 31, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 122 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Volkswagen Transporter for a while.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 97 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Volkswagen Transporter's key code.

September 02, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 41 posts

My Volkswagen Transporter's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 03, 2024 Reply

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