[Archived] Can locksmith pull key code from my Hesketh Zero DS?

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Digitaldude
Member since November 2022 • 14 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Hesketh Zero DS - where's the key code?

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hesketh Zero DS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (5)

Vectorprime
Member • 21 posts

I’m not alone! My Hesketh Zero DS is doing the same thing.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 36 posts

I think my Hesketh Zero DS has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 128 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Hesketh Zero DS.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 18 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Hesketh Zero DS, hope this helps.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 89 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Hesketh Zero DS. This might do it.

April 16, 2025 Reply

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