[Free Tool] Ignition won’t engage on HM Derapage RR - missing PIN?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since September 2022 • 76 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my HM Derapage RR to program a key?

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1503 posts

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

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Airjordan
Member • 48 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old HM Derapage RR.

October 30, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 30 posts

My HM Derapage RR just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 87 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a HM Derapage RR before?

November 01, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 109 posts

Appreciate any advice—my HM Derapage RR won’t recognize the key.

November 02, 2024 Reply

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