[Status: Resolved] How to reset my Honda CB400A's immobilizer?

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Alphamax
Member since June 2022 • 90 posts

How to get my Honda CB400A's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on November 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB400A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Happycamper
Member • 108 posts

Just what I needed! My Honda CB400A has been acting up lately.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 27 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Honda CB400A. Giving it a go myself.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 43 posts

Using this on my Honda CB400A now. Hope it works.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 100 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Honda CB400A.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 140 posts

Using this on my Honda CB400A now. Hope it works.

November 24, 2024 Reply

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