[Free Fix] Ducati 999 refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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Frostydog
Member since October 2022 • 22 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Ducati 999 - where's the key code?

Posted on December 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati 999. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (3)

Skywalker
Member • 23 posts

My Ducati 999's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 91 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ducati 999s?

December 28, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 131 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Ducati 999!

December 29, 2024 Reply

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