[Confirmed] Can I reset the immobilizer on my Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach without dealer?

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Zerocool
Member since May 2022 • 14 posts

How can I obtain my Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on March 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 18, 2025

Replies (4)

Blackbelt
Member • 100 posts

Just tried this on my Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach—anyone else have success?

March 18, 2025 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 77 posts

This just might solve my Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach's ignition issue.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 83 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach all week. Hope this helps.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 108 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Kawasaki 400 S 3 Mach.

March 21, 2025 Reply

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