[Update] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my Big Dog Mutt

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Titanium
Member since September 2022 • 115 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Big Dog Mutt - where's the key code?

Posted on December 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 800 posts

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

Posted on December 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Happyfeet
Member • 73 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Big Dog Mutt!

December 15, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 150 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Big Dog Mutt owner.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 7 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Big Dog Mutt, thanks for posting!

December 17, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 89 posts

I have a 2011 Big Dog Mutt, will this method work for that year?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 58 posts

I’m not alone! My Big Dog Mutt is doing the same thing.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 79 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Big Dog Mutt.

December 20, 2024 Reply

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