[Fixed] Honda Steed VLX transponder chip missing - can I still start it?

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Platinumblonde
Member since December 2022 • 103 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Honda Steed VLX

Posted on February 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Neontiger
Member • 17 posts

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

February 21, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 89 posts

My Honda Steed VLX refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 24 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Honda Steed VLX key issues!

February 23, 2025 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 76 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Honda Steed VLX?

February 24, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 53 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Honda Steed VLX owner.

February 25, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 135 posts

Worked for someone with a Honda Steed VLX? Need to hear it!

February 26, 2025 Reply

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