[Archived] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to Italjet Dragster D180LC

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Gamemaster
Member since June 2023 • 49 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Italjet Dragster D180LC for key programming?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 979 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Italjet Dragster D180LC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (6)

Laughingman
Member • 40 posts

My Italjet Dragster D180LC has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 18, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 79 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Italjet Dragster D180LC—might work for mine too.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 105 posts

Does this method work for the Italjet Dragster D180LC models from 2010 onward?

December 20, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 31 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Italjet Dragster D180LC, would this method still work?

December 21, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 110 posts

Worked for someone with a Italjet Dragster D180LC? Need to hear it!

December 22, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 56 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Italjet Dragster D180LC too!

December 23, 2024 Reply

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