[Issue Closed] Lost key code for my Praga S5T - what can I do?

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Javaking
Member since June 2022 • 140 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Praga S5T?

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 757 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Praga S5T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Skywalker
Member • 79 posts

My Praga S5T won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 128 posts

Using this on my Praga S5T now. Hope it works.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 78 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Praga S5T for a while.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Timelord
Member • 112 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Praga S5T?

October 24, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 25 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Praga S5T.

October 25, 2024 Reply

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