[Answered] Will car insurance help get key code for CPI SM 50?

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Neondream
Member since April 2022 • 42 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a CPI SM 50 key?

Posted on September 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the CPI SM 50. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Blackbelt
Member • 71 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my CPI SM 50.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 100 posts

Just tried this on my CPI SM 50—anyone else have success?

September 24, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 146 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer CPI SM 50.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 149 posts

Worked on my cousin’s CPI SM 50—might work for mine too.

September 26, 2024 Reply

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