[Confirmed] EKO Strike transponder chip missing - can I still start it?

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Ironman
Member since April 2023 • 102 posts

Need my EKO Strike's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on March 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1592 posts

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

Posted on March 09, 2025

Replies (5)

Techguru
Member • 44 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my EKO Strike—need the code first.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 72 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's EKO Strike. Giving it a go myself.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 89 posts

I’m in the same boat with my EKO Strike. This looks promising.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 89 posts

My EKO Strike might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 49 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my EKO Strike.

March 13, 2025 Reply

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