[Recommended Fix] My Rieju MRT 50 SM fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Frank
Member since April 2022 • 132 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Rieju MRT 50 SM to make a spare key?

Posted on December 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Rieju MRT 50 SM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Betamax
Member • 47 posts

Been stuck with my Rieju MRT 50 SM for weeks. This might be the fix.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 23 posts

My Rieju MRT 50 SM just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 86 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Rieju MRT 50 SM—might work for mine too.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 122 posts

My Rieju MRT 50 SM won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 74 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Rieju MRT 50 SM this weekend.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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