[Fixed] Can’t access immobilizer settings on Volvo V70 R AWD scanner

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Killerbee
Member since March 2023 • 20 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Volvo V70 R AWD?

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1217 posts

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

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Techlord
Member • 132 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Volvo V70 R AWD—need the code first.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 134 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Volvo V70 R AWD?

January 26, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 28 posts

My Volvo V70 R AWD just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 58 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Volvo V70 R AWD.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 136 posts

I’m not alone! My Volvo V70 R AWD is doing the same thing.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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