[Fixed] Key code help for Ducati Monster S4 with chipped keys

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Captaincrunch
Member since March 2022 • 135 posts

Need my Ducati Monster S4's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on August 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati Monster S4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Xfactor
Member • 62 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Ducati Monster S4 all week. Hope this helps.

August 25, 2024 Reply
Emeraldcity
Member • 93 posts

Just tried this on my Ducati Monster S4—anyone else have success?

August 26, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 77 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Ducati Monster S4. This might do it.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 84 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Ducati Monster S4 this weekend.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 134 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Ducati Monster S4?

August 29, 2024 Reply

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