[Update] Trusted locksmith for Indian Chief key code?

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Uncleben
Member since April 2022 • 72 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Indian Chief to program a key?

Posted on September 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1997 posts

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

Posted on September 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Ultraman
Member • 53 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Indian Chief?

September 12, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 117 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Indian Chief.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 25 posts

Worked for someone with a Indian Chief? Need to hear it!

September 14, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 140 posts

Trying this out on my Indian Chief today—hoping it works.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 139 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Indian Chief.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 113 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Indian Chief.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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