[Issue Closed] Just swapped cluster on my Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 - need new PIN?

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How can I find my Polaris Sportsman XP 1000's key code to program a new key?

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Finally, something that might help with my Polaris Sportsman XP 1000's key code issue!

I’ve got a 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000, would this method still work?

I tried this with my Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

Looking for the same thing for my Polaris Sportsman XP 1000, hope someone can help.

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