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PostPosted: Sat Jan 28, 2012 11:18 pm    Post subject: Locating your Key Code... various years and models Reply with quote

The number one question I get while workin on keys, locks, handles, and ignitions for Volks? Where can I find my key code? So here goes! I will upload pics of various makes/models/years as I can.

FIRST TIP! Get some sandpaper or a wire brush to help expose the Key Code

If you have a year/model you are lookin to find the code for that you don't see here...just ask, I may have something in stock that I can get a picture of a code location for you.

There is always a letter or letters involved with codes. Except for Vanagons. The N maybe not be present.

SG - 54 to 59 Bug (Example SG103)
SE - 60 Only Bug (Example SE47)
SC, SV, SU - 61 to 66 Bug (Example SC12, SV87, SU110)
K - 67 to 70 Bug (Example 12K031)
M - 71 to 79 Bug (Example 37M110)
D,F,E,V,Z - 54 to 63 Bus (Example 1D, 4F, 1E2, 2V, 3Z2)
T - 64 to 66 Bus (Example T3128)
L - 67 to 70 Bus (Example 23L098)
R - 71 to 79 Bus (Example 32R101)
N - 80 to 91 Vanagon (Example N9210 OR 9210)
VB - Various late 70s to early 80s (Example VB4680)

Various codes in no particular order:


64-66 Bus Key Codes are T series...Example: T3307

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Ignition 64-66 Bus:
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Front Door Handle 64 -66 Bus:
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Rear Hatch Lock 64-66 Bus:
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More to come...
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PostPosted: Sun Jan 29, 2012 11:42 am    Post subject: Re: Locating your Key Code...various years and models Reply with quote

SteelersBus wrote:
VB - Various late 70s to early 80s (Example VB4680)


This may be part of the "more to come", but I have to add... Very Happy

For water-cooleds (excluding Vanagon):
VB ('74-'79)
HV ('80-'87)
AH ('88-'93)
AN (valet, '88-'93)
NV (valet, '85-'87)
VB (valet, '80-'84)

Four-digit code is found on the door handles and ignition switch.
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 9:43 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Is there such a thing as a locking deck lid handle for a '67 sedan, using a K code?
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 8:15 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Dean1 wrote:
Is there such a thing as a locking deck lid handle for a '67 sedan, using a K code?


Can you tell me how many screw holes there are in the decklid? One or three?

I do have a K code deck lid lock. But I do know the 67 Bus has a one year only deck lid lock.
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PostPosted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 10:39 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

There are three mounting holes on a '67 decklid... Thanks
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:26 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Dean1 wrote:
There are three mounting holes on a '67 decklid... Thanks


Sorry for the delayed response, Dean. Yes, there is a locking decklid lock available for a 67 Bug with a K code. I myself do not have any in stock right now. If you scan the ads, I am sure there may be a few available.
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:27 am    Post subject: Re: Locating your Key Code...various years and models Reply with quote

kamzcab86 wrote:
SteelersBus wrote:
VB - Various late 70s to early 80s (Example VB4680)


This may be part of the "more to come", but I have to add... Very Happy

For water-cooleds (excluding Vanagon):
VB ('74-'79)
HV ('80-'87)
AH ('88-'93)
AN (valet, '88-'93)
NV (valet, '85-'87)
VB (valet, '80-'84)

Four-digit code is found on the door handles and ignition switch.


Thanks! Smile
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 07, 2012 9:31 am    Post subject: SG Code locations for 54-59 Bugs Reply with quote

Here are some SG codes. 54-59 Bug

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PostPosted: Tue Feb 07, 2012 11:55 am    Post subject: Re: SG Code locations for 54-59 Bugs Reply with quote

SteelersBus wrote:

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Hey, that T handle looks familiar... Wink

Awesome thread, very helpful!
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 07, 2012 12:51 pm    Post subject: Re: Locating your Key Code...various years and models Reply with quote

SteelersBus wrote:
The number one question I get while workin on keys, locks, handles, and ignitions for Volks? Where can I find my key code?


I just looked at my original keys, and wrote down the numbers, back in 1972 and in 1976. One advantage of being a second owner !!!
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PostPosted: Tue Feb 07, 2012 2:34 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have the numbers on my keys as well as in my owners manual. (4th owner) I should get some spares just in case.
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 22, 2012 10:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Vanagon Key Code locations:

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Front Door Handles have the code located on a post on the back of the handle. Alot of times, the post has a corrosion build up that needs filed off to expose the code. (first picture)

A way to see what post has the code if you cannot see it at first, turn the handle with the posts facing you directly. One post has a flat side, where the key code is located.(second picture)

These codes can be tricky because they can be read upside down. To be sure you have it the right way, hold the handle with the key hole up top.
Third picture is a code outlined with black marker to see better.

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Slider Door Handle:

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PostPosted: Thu Feb 23, 2012 1:13 am    Post subject: Re: SG Code locations for 54-59 Bugs Reply with quote

SteelersBus wrote:
Here are some SG codes. 54-59 Bug
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This is wrong. The switch in the pic is a 58-59 switch. The 54-57 switch looks different because the oval's dash is a different shape.
Sometimes the codes are stamped on the body of the switch too. And some switches have no code whatsoever!
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PostPosted: Thu Feb 23, 2012 10:20 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

That picture was posted to give a general idea of where most codes are located for 54-59 SG codes on ignitions. Yes, the 54-57 ignition has a longer mounting tab. All are SG codes, which I was referring to.

If you do not see a code, be sure to try to locate a VW emblem or part number to be sure it is not aftermarket.
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PostPosted: Wed Feb 29, 2012 9:43 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Early Bay Window Bus Key Codes

68-70 Buses are L Codes...Example: 23L098

L series Key Blank

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The housings from 68-70 vary but the idea is the same. A tension spring has to be depressed to release the ignition barrel.

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The front door handles are held on by two 4mm screws. Once handle is removed, the code will be at one of two locations.(seen in first picture)

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Rear Hatch Lock

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PostPosted: Sun Mar 11, 2012 8:08 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Any pix for type 3 key codes/locations?
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 11, 2012 8:14 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

dumptdeluxe wrote:
Any pix for type 3 key codes/locations?


For a 65 Notch?
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 11, 2012 8:16 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yes, please Laughing
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 11, 2012 8:40 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I have door locks. But not any 65 Notch Ignitions. This picture should help locate your code on your door lock. It will be a...A followed by 4 digits.

And if ya want any cut by code, I just picked up some OE German Huf steel key blanks that I can cut a factory fresh key onto! Smile

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PostPosted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 6:20 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just a lil nudge since I've had a few questions lately on where to locate key codes. Smile
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