[Status: Resolved] How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Volvo Coupe?

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Where do they get the key code to program Volvo Coupe keys at the dealer?

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Trying to figure this out for my Volvo Coupe too!

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Been stuck with my Volvo Coupe for weeks. This might be the fix.

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