[Recommended Fix] Dealer charging too much for Honda VT400C key code

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Silverfox
Member since December 2022 • 149 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Honda VT400C

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (3)

Betamax
Member • 21 posts

My Honda VT400C refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 69 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Honda VT400C.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 117 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Honda VT400C. This might do it.

December 06, 2024 Reply

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