[It Worked!] Raybar Drifter 250 remote replaced - car not recognizing it

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Neondream
Member since May 2022 • 107 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Raybar Drifter 250?

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Raybar Drifter 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (4)

Javajunkie
Member • 130 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Raybar Drifter 250!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 6 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Raybar Drifter 250!

January 01, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 125 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Raybar Drifter 250 before?

January 02, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 30 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Raybar Drifter 250.

January 03, 2025 Reply

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