[Update] Aftermarket key programming for Polini Minicross X3 without code

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Quicksilver
Member since January 2022 • 150 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Polini Minicross X3 for programming keys?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1983 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Polini Minicross X3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (4)

Frostydog
Member • 123 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Polini Minicross X3!

November 15, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 108 posts

Trying this out on my Polini Minicross X3 today—hoping it works.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 131 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Polini Minicross X3 too!

November 17, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 139 posts

Same problem on my Polini Minicross X3. Watching for any working solutions.

November 18, 2024 Reply

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