[Fixed] Bought used Hero CD Deluxe - transponder code missing

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Whiterabbit
Member since June 2023 • 75 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Hero CD Deluxe for making new keys?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 770 posts

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

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (4)

Darkknight
Member • 83 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Hero CD Deluxe too!

April 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 29 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Hero CD Deluxe. Huge thanks!

April 15, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 8 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Hero CD Deluxe, thanks for posting!

April 16, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 26 posts

I tried this with my Hero CD Deluxe but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 17, 2025 Reply

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