[It Worked!] Is there a website to get transponder codes for CH Racing CH 501 Basic?

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Karmaking
Member since October 2022 • 101 posts

How to get the factory key code for my CH Racing CH 501 Basic to make keys?

Posted on February 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 843 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the CH Racing CH 501 Basic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Flashgordon
Member • 51 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my CH Racing CH 501 Basic.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 44 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my CH Racing CH 501 Basic.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 87 posts

Same problem on my CH Racing CH 501 Basic. Watching for any working solutions.

February 26, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 70 posts

Got a dead key fob for my CH Racing CH 501 Basic. Need the code badly.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 13 posts

Worked on my cousin’s CH Racing CH 501 Basic—might work for mine too.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 95 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with CH Racing CH 501 Basic key issues!

March 01, 2025 Reply

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