[It Worked!] My Cleveland Misfit Gen II came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Shadowfax
Member since October 2021 • 53 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Cleveland Misfit Gen II to make a spare key?

Posted on September 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1440 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Cleveland Misfit Gen II. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Omegadog
Member • 94 posts

This just might solve my Cleveland Misfit Gen II's ignition issue.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 83 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Cleveland Misfit Gen II, hope someone can help.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 115 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Cleveland Misfit Gen II. Trying this now.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 121 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Cleveland Misfit Gen II!

September 25, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 107 posts

Just what I needed! My Cleveland Misfit Gen II has been acting up lately.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 111 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Cleveland Misfit Gen II!

September 27, 2024 Reply

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