[Archived] Keyless entry fails on Volkswagen Up - immobilizer active?

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Quantumleap
Member since December 2021 • 55 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Volkswagen Up key fob?

Posted on April 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volkswagen Up. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenogamer
Member • 103 posts

Was about to tow my Volkswagen Up. Let me try this first.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 7 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Volkswagen Up?

April 19, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 137 posts

My Volkswagen Up has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

April 20, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 123 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Volkswagen Up.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 17 posts

My Volkswagen Up won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

April 22, 2025 Reply

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