[Recommended Fix] Lost key code for my Kawasaki J300L SC300C - what can I do?

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Kungfupanda
Member since September 2021 • 150 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Kawasaki J300L SC300C?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Xenomorph
Member • 114 posts

This thread might save my Kawasaki J300L SC300C. Thanks everyone!

August 07, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 77 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Kawasaki J300L SC300C.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 38 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Kawasaki J300L SC300C. Thanks!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 111 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Kawasaki J300L SC300C. Trying this now.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
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My Kawasaki J300L SC300C might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
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My Kawasaki J300L SC300C's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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