[Method] How do I know if my Can Am Outlander 400 EFI has an immobilizer?

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Neontiger
Member since January 2022 • 95 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Can Am Outlander 400 EFI?

Posted on January 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Can Am Outlander 400 EFI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Digitalnomad
Member • 145 posts

My Can Am Outlander 400 EFI needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 23, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 102 posts

My Can Am Outlander 400 EFI's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 29 posts

Trying this out on my Can Am Outlander 400 EFI today—hoping it works.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 69 posts

Will this work if the Can Am Outlander 400 EFI has an aftermarket alarm?

January 26, 2025 Reply

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