[Confirmed Fix] My PGO Hot Big Max 50 says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Ultraman
Member since April 2022 • 112 posts

Need my PGO Hot Big Max 50's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 734 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the PGO Hot Big Max 50. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Turboboost
Member • 57 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my PGO Hot Big Max 50!

December 16, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 106 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my PGO Hot Big Max 50 as well.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 115 posts

Finally, something that might help with my PGO Hot Big Max 50's key code issue!

December 18, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 105 posts

Worked for someone with a PGO Hot Big Max 50? Need to hear it!

December 19, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 58 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my PGO Hot Big Max 50's mystery code.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 60 posts

This thread might save my PGO Hot Big Max 50. Thanks everyone!

December 21, 2024 Reply

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