[Answered] Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Frostymug
Member since December 2022 • 93 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail

Posted on February 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Goldenret
Member • 33 posts

I’m not alone! My Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail is doing the same thing.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 48 posts

Desperate to get my Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail running again. Trying this tonight.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 72 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail for days.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 18 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Harley Davidson FLSTSE3 CVO Softail.

February 09, 2025 Reply

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