[Status: Resolved] Replacing keys on a Kawasaki J300 - code required?

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Alphamax
Member since October 2022 • 139 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Kawasaki J300?

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki J300. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Timelord
Member • 146 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Kawasaki J300 key issue.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 5 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Kawasaki J300.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 23 posts

Key code problems with my Kawasaki J300 as well. Subscribed!

January 10, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 122 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Kawasaki J300.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 141 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Kawasaki J300.

January 12, 2025 Reply

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