[Solved] Volvo S60 AWD key reader not responding - code issue?

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Looking for my Volvo S60 AWD's key code to program a new key

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This just might solve my Volvo S60 AWD's ignition issue.

Worked on my cousin’s Volvo S60 AWD—might work for mine too.

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Volvo S60 AWD.

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Volvo S60 AWD.

I tried this with my Volvo S60 AWD but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Struggling with the same issue on my Volvo S60 AWD, following this thread.

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