[Working] Dealer charging too much for Kawasaki SC300BEF key code

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Frostbite
Member since May 2022 • 11 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Kawasaki SC300BEF?

Posted on January 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1565 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki SC300BEF. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Gamemaster
Member • 113 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Kawasaki SC300BEF!

January 17, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 141 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Kawasaki SC300BEF, hope someone can help.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 15 posts

Following along—same issue with my Kawasaki SC300BEF.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 142 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Kawasaki SC300BEF for days.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 92 posts

Just what I needed! My Kawasaki SC300BEF has been acting up lately.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 118 posts

Same issue here with my Kawasaki SC300BEF, let me know if it works.

January 22, 2025 Reply

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