[Status: Resolved] VIN-based key code for Benelli 254 - is it reliable?

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Zetajones
Member since January 2022 • 129 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Benelli 254

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1433 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Benelli 254. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Eagleeye
Member • 32 posts

Anyone try this on a Benelli 254 with push-button start?

March 24, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 140 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Benelli 254?

March 25, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 13 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Benelli 254—need the code first.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 16 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Benelli 254s?

March 27, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 28 posts

I have the same Benelli 254 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

March 28, 2025 Reply

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