[Solution] Honda CB 450 S immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Cosmicray
Member since November 2021 • 60 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Honda CB 450 S keys?

Posted on September 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1684 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB 450 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 22, 2024

Replies (4)

Unclesam
Member • 19 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Honda CB 450 S. This is a lifesaver.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 91 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Honda CB 450 S.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 104 posts

If this works for my Honda CB 450 S, I owe you big time.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 57 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Honda CB 450 S for a while.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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