[Resolved] Volvo 940 Turbo key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Hackman
Member since January 2022 • 113 posts

Looking for my Volvo 940 Turbo's factory key code to program a key

Posted on September 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1728 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volvo 940 Turbo. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 01, 2024

Replies (4)

Unclesam
Member • 97 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Volvo 940 Turbo.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 19 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Volvo 940 Turbo?

October 02, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 120 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Volvo 940 Turbo. Trying this now.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 18 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Volvo 940 Turbo.

October 04, 2024 Reply

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