[Resolved] Programming new key for Hero Xtreme - don’t know code

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Gamemaster
Member since September 2022 • 95 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Hero Xtreme?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1226 posts

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

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (5)

Jazzcat
Member • 127 posts

Will this work for older Hero Xtremes? Mine's a 2009.

October 25, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 134 posts

Was about to tow my Hero Xtreme. Let me try this first.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 17 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Hero Xtreme—need the code first.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 24 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Hero Xtreme. Giving it a go myself.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 97 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Hero Xtreme.

October 29, 2024 Reply

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