[Closed] Where do dealerships get the key code to program Honda XR 250 R keys?

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Zerocool
Member since February 2023 • 98 posts

How to get my Honda XR 250 R's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1897 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XR 250 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Firestarter
Member • 17 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Honda XR 250 R key issue.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 117 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Honda XR 250 R key code too.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 12 posts

My Honda XR 250 R refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 67 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Honda XR 250 Rs?

August 17, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 91 posts

Same problem on my Honda XR 250 R. Watching for any working solutions.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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