[Answered] Benelli Macis 125 won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Frank
Member since January 2022 • 27 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Benelli Macis 125?

Posted on December 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Benelli Macis 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Ninjastar
Member • 89 posts

Following this for my Benelli Macis 125. Please update if it works!

December 22, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 65 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Benelli Macis 125's mystery code.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 25 posts

My Benelli Macis 125 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 56 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Benelli Macis 125?

December 25, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 71 posts

Same issue here with my Benelli Macis 125, let me know if it works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 51 posts

Trying this out on my Benelli Macis 125 today—hoping it works.

December 27, 2024 Reply

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