[Update] Trying to get ignition working again on my Kymco AK 550

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Vectorprime
Member since July 2022 • 66 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Kymco AK 550

Posted on February 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kymco AK 550. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Zombieslayer
Member • 105 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Kymco AK 550!

February 06, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 65 posts

Was about to tow my Kymco AK 550. Let me try this first.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 81 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Kymco AK 550's mystery code.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 101 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Kymco AK 550.

February 09, 2025 Reply

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