[Resolved] VIN key code generator for Ducati ST 3 - does it work?

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Urbanlegend
Member since November 2022 • 144 posts

How can I access my Ducati ST 3's key code to program new keys?

Posted on October 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1149 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati ST 3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Skywalker
Member • 10 posts

My Ducati ST 3 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

October 24, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 27 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Ducati ST 3. Trying this instead.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 12 posts

Following this for my Ducati ST 3. Please update if it works!

October 26, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 134 posts

This thread might save my Ducati ST 3. Thanks everyone!

October 27, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 65 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Ducati ST 3, following this thread.

October 28, 2024 Reply

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