[Fixed] Hero Ignitor keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Pandaking
Member since January 2023 • 131 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Hero Ignitor for programming keys?

Posted on March 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1526 posts

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

Posted on March 11, 2025

Replies (5)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 139 posts

I’m not alone! My Hero Ignitor is doing the same thing.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 96 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Hero Ignitor.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 114 posts

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

March 13, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 16 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Hero Ignitor.

March 14, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 30 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Hero Ignitor, hope this helps.

March 15, 2025 Reply

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