[Working] Help with programming a key for my Honda CRF230M

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Uncleben
Member since February 2022 • 109 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Honda CRF230M for key programming?

Posted on January 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1615 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CRF230M. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Digitaldude
Member • 148 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Honda CRF230M. Thanks!

January 15, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 88 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Honda CRF230M.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 36 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Honda CRF230M.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 5 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Honda CRF230M. This is a lifesaver.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 34 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Honda CRF230M?

January 19, 2025 Reply

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