[Resolved] Clipic HIT36e keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Codeninja
Member since February 2023 • 74 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Clipic HIT36e?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1057 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Clipic HIT36e. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Digitalnomad
Member • 32 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Clipic HIT36e.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 123 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Clipic HIT36e this hard?!

December 12, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 97 posts

Been here before with my Clipic HIT36e. Let’s see if this one works.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 97 posts

Been stuck with my Clipic HIT36e for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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