[Resolved] Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4 keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Silverfox
Member since August 2021 • 150 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4?

Posted on January 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 13, 2025

Replies (4)

Techguru
Member • 58 posts

I’m not alone! My Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4 is doing the same thing.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 135 posts

Been stuck with my Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4 for weeks. This might be the fix.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 51 posts

Does this method work for the Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4 models from 2010 onward?

January 15, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 31 posts

Same problem on my Kawasaki Prairie 360 4x4. Watching for any working solutions.

January 16, 2025 Reply

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