[Confirmed] Need key code after ECU replacement in Hero HF Dawn

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Bigfoot
Member since April 2022 • 86 posts

Looking for my Hero HF Dawn's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1808 posts

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

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (3)

Windwalker
Member • 119 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Hero HF Dawn?

September 17, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 149 posts

My Hero HF Dawn is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 66 posts

I have a 2011 Hero HF Dawn, will this method work for that year?

September 19, 2024 Reply

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