[Method] Need programming code to activate new key for Can Am Outlander 500

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

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I think my Can Am Outlander 500 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

Was about to give up on my Can Am Outlander 500, but this gives me hope.

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Can Am Outlander 500 before?

Can’t believe this worked on my Can Am Outlander 500. Huge thanks!

Anyone try this on a Can Am Outlander 500 with push-button start?

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Can Am Outlander 500.

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