[Success] Herald Cafe 125 immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Whiterabbit
Member since April 2023 • 123 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Herald Cafe 125 key fob?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Herald Cafe 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Nighthawk
Member • 102 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Herald Cafe 125 this weekend.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 33 posts

Following along—same issue with my Herald Cafe 125.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 111 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Herald Cafe 125 key issues!

August 29, 2024 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 124 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Herald Cafe 125.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 14 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Herald Cafe 125 all week. Hope this helps.

August 31, 2024 Reply

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