[Archived] Trying to reprogram key for Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EFI, but no PIN code

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Alphaomega
Member since November 2022 • 86 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EFI - where's the key code?

Posted on March 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1817 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EFI. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 03, 2025

Replies (3)

Matrixfan
Member • 36 posts

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

March 03, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 74 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EFI key issue.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 104 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EFI, would this method still work?

March 05, 2025 Reply

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