[Resolved] Dealer wants $$$ for Master Foton code - any other options?

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Heidi
Member since April 2022 • 150 posts

Need my Master Foton's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on May 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Master Foton. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Deltaforce
Member • 124 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Master Foton's key code.

May 07, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 77 posts

My Master Foton won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 45 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Master Foton this hard?!

May 09, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 79 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Master Foton. This might do it.

May 10, 2025 Reply

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