[Status: Resolved] How locksmiths find key code for Honda CM 400 A

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Betatest
Member since February 2022 • 80 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Honda CM 400 A to program a key?

Posted on January 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CM 400 A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 19, 2025

Replies (3)

Javaking
Member • 133 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Honda CM 400 A too!

January 19, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 11 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Honda CM 400 A—might work for mine too.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 62 posts

I’m not alone! My Honda CM 400 A is doing the same thing.

January 21, 2025 Reply

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