[Fixed] HM Derapage keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Moonwalker
Member since January 2023 • 79 posts

How to get my HM Derapage's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on May 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1663 posts

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

Posted on May 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Youngturk
Member • 71 posts

Finally, something that might help with my HM Derapage's key code issue!

May 21, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 11 posts

Just what I needed! My HM Derapage has been acting up lately.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 85 posts

Trying this on my HM Derapage later. Will report back.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 59 posts

This is exactly what I need for my HM Derapage, thanks for posting!

May 24, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 61 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my HM Derapage's key code.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 41 posts

Worked for someone with a HM Derapage? Need to hear it!

May 26, 2025 Reply

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