[Answered] Does the PGO X Hot 50 transponder code reset after ECU swap?

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Kingkong
Member since March 2023 • 150 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a PGO X Hot 50 key fob?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the PGO X Hot 50. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Madhatter
Member • 107 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my PGO X Hot 50.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 84 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my PGO X Hot 50 for days.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 30 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my PGO X Hot 50.

March 17, 2025 Reply

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