[Answered] Got new ECU and now Honda XR 500 wants key programming code

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Haloeffect
Member since August 2021 • 79 posts

How to get my Honda XR 500's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1075 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XR 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Frostydog
Member • 75 posts

My Honda XR 500 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

November 24, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 61 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Honda XR 500—need the code first.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 125 posts

Following this for my Honda XR 500. Please update if it works!

November 26, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 82 posts

My Honda XR 500's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

November 27, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 57 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Honda XR 500.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 63 posts

My Honda XR 500 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 29, 2024 Reply

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