[Verified] Need key code after ECU replacement in Kawasaki VN 15

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Need my Kawasaki VN 15's key code to program a new transponder key

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My Kawasaki VN 15 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Kawasaki VN 15.

Really hoping this unlocks my Kawasaki VN 15's mystery code.

Great info! Needed this for my old Kawasaki VN 15.

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