[Verified] Options when manual is lost for Generic Trigger SM key code

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Alphacent
Member since February 2022 • 100 posts

Need my Generic Trigger SM's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on November 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1369 posts

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

Posted on November 07, 2024

Replies (4)

Alice
Member • 37 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Generic Trigger SM.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 119 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Generic Trigger SM.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 76 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Generic Trigger SM!

November 09, 2024 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 138 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Generic Trigger SM!

November 10, 2024 Reply

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