[Solved] Stuck programming my Honda SH125i key - missing vital code

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How to get the factory key code for my Honda SH125i to make keys?

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Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Honda SH125i.

Just checking in to say this helped with my Honda SH125i. Thanks!

Trying this out on my Honda SH125i today—hoping it works.

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