[Recommended Fix] Need key code for Ducati ST 4 bought at auction

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How can I obtain my Ducati ST 4's key code to program a spare key?

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Will this work for older Ducati ST 4s? Mine's a 2009.

Struggling with the same issue on my Ducati ST 4, following this thread.

I have the same Ducati ST 4 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

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