[Free Fix] Malaguti Ciak won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Where's the key code located on a Malaguti Ciak for key programming?

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My Malaguti Ciak's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

Would love to see a video version of this for a Malaguti Ciak.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Malaguti Ciak—need the code first.

My Malaguti Ciak won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Malaguti Ciak!

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