[Recommended Fix] 2011 Suzuki Equator Extended Cab won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Supernova
Member since December 2022 • 22 posts

Looking for my 2011 Suzuki Equator Extended Cab's factory key code to program a key

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1337 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2011 Suzuki Equator Extended Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Luckyluke
Member • 96 posts

Anyone try this on a 2011 Suzuki Equator Extended Cab with push-button start?

August 21, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 142 posts

Following this for my 2011 Suzuki Equator Extended Cab. Please update if it works!

August 22, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 36 posts

I have the same 2011 Suzuki Equator Extended Cab and I'm also trying to find the key code.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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