[Closed] Honda SSM key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Need my Honda SSM's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Trying this on my Honda SSM later. Will report back.

This trick worked for my buddy's Honda SSM. Giving it a go myself.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Honda SSM this weekend.

Worked on my cousin’s Honda SSM—might work for mine too.

Following along—same issue with my Honda SSM.

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