[Free Tool] Trying to reprogram key for Honda CX 500 SC, don’t have PIN

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Silverbullet
Member since June 2023 • 68 posts

How can I retrieve my Honda CX 500 SC's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on September 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CX 500 SC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 10, 2024

Replies (3)

Vectorprime
Member • 28 posts

Trying this on my Honda CX 500 SC later. Will report back.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 100 posts

I need this so bad for my Honda CX 500 SC. Subscribed!

September 11, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 67 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Honda CX 500 SC?

September 12, 2024 Reply

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