[Working] Is it possible to recover the immobilizer code for my Hercules R 200?

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Megabyte
Member since February 2023 • 41 posts

Looking for my Hercules R 200's key code to program a new key

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1496 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hercules R 200. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (6)

Karmaking
Member • 64 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Hercules R 200's key code issue!

November 21, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 35 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Hercules R 200. This is a lifesaver.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 13 posts

I have the same Hercules R 200 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 77 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Hercules R 200.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 14 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Hercules R 200?

November 25, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 37 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Hercules R 200's mystery code.

November 26, 2024 Reply

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