[It Worked!] Fob reprogram failed on Husqvarna SM511R - need key code

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Where's the key code hidden on my Husqvarna SM511R for key programming?

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My Husqvarna SM511R is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

Wish I found this thread before towing my Husqvarna SM511R.

Been here before with my Husqvarna SM511R. Let’s see if this one works.

Waiting to see if this will work on my Husqvarna SM511R as well.

My Husqvarna SM511R just blinks. I think this might fix it.

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