[Status: Resolved] KTM 250 EXC immobilizer active - how do I reset it?

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Happyfeet
Member since January 2023 • 26 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my KTM 250 EXC

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1996 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 250 EXC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Javajunkie
Member • 126 posts

Will this work if the KTM 250 EXC has an aftermarket alarm?

January 01, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 92 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my KTM 250 EXC for days.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 74 posts

Saved me from towing my KTM 250 EXC. Thanks!

January 03, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 45 posts

Trying this on my KTM 250 EXC later. Will report back.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 85 posts

Trying this on my KTM 250 EXC later. Will report back.

January 05, 2025 Reply

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