[It Worked!] Aftermarket key needs code for KTM EXC 400

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Looking for my KTM EXC 400's key code to program a new key

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Crossing my fingers—really need this for my KTM EXC 400!

Trying this on my KTM EXC 400 later. Will report back.

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my KTM EXC 400.

Will this work if the KTM EXC 400 has an aftermarket alarm?

Will this work for older KTM EXC 400s? Mine's a 2009.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a KTM EXC 400 owner.

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