[Answered] Volvo V70 III keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Digitaldude
Member since June 2023 • 71 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Volvo V70 III

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1769 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Volvo V70 III. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Xfactor
Member • 85 posts

Really need the key code for my Volvo V70 III, thanks for sharing!

November 19, 2024 Reply
Fastlane
Member • 30 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Volvo V70 III this weekend.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 85 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Volvo V70 III?

November 21, 2024 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 104 posts

Will this work for older Volvo V70 IIIs? Mine's a 2009.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 26 posts

I have a 2011 Volvo V70 III, will this method work for that year?

November 23, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 30 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Volvo V70 III as well.

November 24, 2024 Reply

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