[Archived] Where's the key code located on Daelim S3 Advance models?

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Where's the key code stored in a Daelim S3 Advance for making new keys?

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Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Daelim S3 Advance!

My Daelim S3 Advance refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

My mechanic said this might help with my Daelim S3 Advance key issue.

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