[Confirmed Fix] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Harley Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer?

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Electricslide
Member since May 2022 • 25 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Harley Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer?

Posted on October 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Voodoochild
Member • 132 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Harley Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer.

October 16, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 113 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Harley Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer?

October 17, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 55 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Harley Davidson FXCSTS Softail Screamer. This is a lifesaver.

October 18, 2024 Reply

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