[Confirmed Fix] My Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445 won’t start - do I need a transponder code?

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Neondream
Member since November 2021 • 73 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445 to make keys?

Posted on January 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (4)

Redbull
Member • 119 posts

Trying this out on my Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445 today—hoping it works.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 15 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445's key code issue!

January 30, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 47 posts

Was about to give up on my Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445, but this gives me hope.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 52 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Boss Hoss BHC 3 LS445—might work for mine too.

February 01, 2025 Reply

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