Key programmer
The Abrites PROTAG Programmer is a key programming and diagnostic device used by automotive locksmiths. Our database has confirmed coverage on 148 key variants across 69 models from 20 makes.
Tools / Abrites PROTAG Programmer
Makes covered
20
Across our tracked vehicles
Models covered
69
Variants covered
148
Adapters required
64
A transponder programmer coil is required to write the blank chip; the Abrites PROTAG listed here is the equivalent bench coil if you already own one. The dedicated CAS CAN harness is a separate purchase and is not part of the base kit., A transponder programmer coil writes the blank chip. On the earlier 0L01Y modules the EEPROM read needs the dedicated CAS CAN harness, but on 0L15Y and 0M23S it comes over plain OBD.…
Tokens
Yes
Per-operation cost on some links
Last updated
13 days ago
Aggregated from every variant our research has confirmed. The headline tool price typically does not include these.
PROTAG programmer
44 usesAbrites RFID programmer used to learn keys to vehicles via the AVDI.
Abrites software license
17 usesBrand-specific Abrites license code (e.g. VN009, BN012, MN033). Sold separately on top of the AVDI + AMS.
What you'll pay beyond the device itself.
This tool uses tokens for some operations. Token costs are listed per-vehicle in the coverage table below — plan for these on top of the headline price.
69 vehicle rows confirmed across 20 makes.
This page lists what the Abrites PROTAG Programmer covers. A subscription gives you the procedure for each of those vehicles, on your phone, while you are stood at the car.
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How PROTAG Programmer stacks up on covered vehicles.
Latest variants linked to this tool in our database.
Volkswagen Crafter
Transponder Key (no remote)
Volkswagen Crafter
Flip Remote 3-button — MQB49 / 5C (2020 to 2024)
Volkswagen Crafter
Flip Remote 3-button — MQB48 (2017 to 2019)
Abarth 595
Transponder Service Key (no remote)
Abarth 595
Flip Remote Key (3-button, Delphi board)
Volkswagen Transporter
Flip Remote 4-button with sliding-door button (Caravelle, Multivan and vans with electric sliding doors)
ZN051 distribution box
4 usesAbrites distribution box for module replacement and ECU programming on the bench.
RH850 / V850 programmer
3 usesAbrites adapter for licenses that need direct RH850 / V850 access (FR011, NN010, RR026, VN021/023).
BDC2 / BDC3 adapter
2 usesAdapter pair required for BMW BDC2 / BDC3 add-key on G-chassis.
Other notes
25 usesAdapter notes that don't match a known code. Hover for the original wording.
CR-V
2002–2006 · europe · RD (2nd generation) — RD8 2.0 i-VTEC, RD9 2.2 i-CTDi
Elysion
2004–2013 · japan · RR (1st gen) — RR1/RR2/RR3/RR4 standard, RR5/RR6 Prestige
Range Rover
2022–2026 · europe · L460
Range Rover Velar
2017–2024 · europe · L560
A-Class
2004–2012 · australia · W169
ProMaster
2014–2021 · north_america · 1st generation, pre-facelift (FCA body code VF — Fiat Ducato X250/X290 platform)
Promaster 1500
2022–2025 · north_america · 1st generation facelift (Fiat Ducato platform, push-to-start era)
Crafter
2006–2016 · europe · Mk1 (2E/2F)
Crafter
Actros
2011–2018 · europe · MP4 (963 platform)
2017–2024 · europe · Mk2 (SY / SZ)