[Solved] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Kymco Zing II 125 E3

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Kymco Zing II 125 E3

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This trick worked for my buddy's Kymco Zing II 125 E3. Giving it a go myself.

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Kymco Zing II 125 E3.

I tried this with my Kymco Zing II 125 E3 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Kymco Zing II 125 E3.

Worked for someone with a Kymco Zing II 125 E3? Need to hear it!

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kymco Zing II 125 E3.

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