[Free Solution] Ignition won’t turn - is my Volvo 850 asking for a code?

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Yellowsub
Member since October 2021 • 139 posts

Looking for my Volvo 850's key code to program a new key

Posted on November 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1787 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volvo 850. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 29, 2024

Replies (6)

Greengiant
Member • 71 posts

My Volvo 850 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 96 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Volvo 850, would this method still work?

November 30, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 81 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Volvo 850 owner.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 122 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Volvo 850's key code.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 148 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Volvo 850's key code issue!

December 03, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 27 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Volvo 850—need the code first.

December 04, 2024 Reply

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