[It Worked!] Replacing immobilizer module on MBK Booster 12inch - need to reprogram?

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Quickdraw
Member since November 2021 • 87 posts

Where's the key code located on a MBK Booster 12inch for key programming?

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the MBK Booster 12inch. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Zetareticuli
Member • 58 posts

I have the same MBK Booster 12inch and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 137 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my MBK Booster 12inch.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 46 posts

Really need the key code for my MBK Booster 12inch, thanks for sharing!

October 30, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 91 posts

I have the same MBK Booster 12inch and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 91 posts

Just tried this on my MBK Booster 12inch—anyone else have success?

November 01, 2024 Reply

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