[Free Solution] My James Comet won’t recognize the key - missing transponder code?

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Flyingmonk
Member since November 2021 • 120 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my James Comet?

Posted on December 05, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Windwalker
Member • 80 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my James Comet. Trying this instead.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 107 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with James Comet key issues!

December 07, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 117 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my James Comet. This is a lifesaver.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 150 posts

Appreciate any advice—my James Comet won’t recognize the key.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 76 posts

Appreciate any advice—my James Comet won’t recognize the key.

December 10, 2024 Reply

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