[Answered] Z pp 518 KS 100 immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Wildcard
Member since October 2021 • 60 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Z pp 518 KS 100?

Posted on January 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on January 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Jumpman
Member • 5 posts

Same problem on my Z pp 518 KS 100. Watching for any working solutions.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 80 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Z pp 518 KS 100.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 101 posts

Same issue here with my Z pp 518 KS 100, let me know if it works.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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