[Free Tool] Stuck at home with my GRC Moto Minimoto X311 - immobilizer won’t let me start

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Younggun
Member since October 2021 • 52 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program GRC Moto Minimoto X311 keys?

Posted on March 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the GRC Moto Minimoto X311. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 31, 2025

Replies (4)

Electricslide
Member • 123 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my GRC Moto Minimoto X311.

March 31, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 60 posts

I’ve got a 2012 GRC Moto Minimoto X311, would this method still work?

April 01, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 135 posts

Same issue here with my GRC Moto Minimoto X311, let me know if it works.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 148 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my GRC Moto Minimoto X311 as well.

April 03, 2025 Reply

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