[Free Tool] Mash Force 400 refuses to crank - ignition system locked?

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How do I find the key code to program a key for my Mash Force 400?

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Why is finding a key code on a Mash Force 400 this hard?!

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Mash Force 400 before?

Just tried this on my Mash Force 400—anyone else have success?

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