[Issue Closed] Is the immobilizer code written anywhere on the Honda CRF450X?

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Matrixfan
Member since December 2021 • 129 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Honda CRF450X - where's the key code?

Posted on August 19, 2024
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Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Xenowarrior
Member • 59 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Honda CRF450X—need the code first.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Hackman
Member • 33 posts

Following along—same issue with my Honda CRF450X.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 10 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Honda CRF450X. Trying this now.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 112 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Honda CRF450X. Need the code badly.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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