[Method] How to get the key code to program keys for my Honda VTR?

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Looking for my Honda VTR's key code to program a new key

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My Honda VTR just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

My Honda VTR's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

Wish I found this thread before towing my Honda VTR.

Will this work for older Honda VTRs? Mine's a 2009.

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

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