[Issue Closed] Honda Gorilla turns on dash but won’t crank - key issue?

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Ninjastar
Member since November 2022 • 110 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Honda Gorilla for programming keys?

Posted on January 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 603 posts

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

Posted on January 15, 2025

Replies (4)

Ultraman
Member • 132 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Honda Gorilla key code too.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 94 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Honda Gorilla too.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 99 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Honda Gorilla.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 10 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Honda Gorilla, following this thread.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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