[Method] Need my Can Am Outlander 500 EFI's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

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Dragonfly
Member since July 2022 • 147 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Can Am Outlander 500 EFI?

Posted on January 26, 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 500 EFI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 27, 2025

Replies (3)

Lonewolf
Member • 22 posts

My Can Am Outlander 500 EFI's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 44 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Can Am Outlander 500 EFI key issue.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 33 posts

I have a 2011 Can Am Outlander 500 EFI, will this method work for that year?

January 29, 2025 Reply

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