[Working] Ignition won’t turn - is my Kymco MXU 400 asking for a code?

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Hotrod
Member since September 2021 • 59 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Kymco MXU 400 key fob?

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kymco MXU 400. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Nighthawk
Member • 143 posts

My Kymco MXU 400 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 78 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Kymco MXU 400 as well.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 77 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Kymco MXU 400.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Diana
Member • 19 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Kymco MXU 400's mystery code.

December 21, 2024 Reply

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