[Completed] Where to enter the transponder code in Kawasaki EN450 OBD?

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Yellowjacket
Member since May 2023 • 38 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Kawasaki EN450 for programming keys?

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 939 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki EN450. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Irongiant
Member • 41 posts

My Kawasaki EN450 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 110 posts

I tried this with my Kawasaki EN450 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 12, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 41 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Kawasaki EN450 this weekend.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 149 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Kawasaki EN450, following this thread.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 122 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Kawasaki EN450. This might do it.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 116 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Kawasaki EN450.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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