[Recommended Fix] My Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Crazycat
Member since October 2022 • 133 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring?

Posted on January 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Eagleeye
Member • 132 posts

My Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 32 posts

I tried this with my Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring but still no luck. Any suggestions?

January 05, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 36 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 57 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 82 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring!

January 08, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 26 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Polaris Sportsman 850 Touring—might work for mine too.

January 09, 2025 Reply

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