[Recommended Fix] Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler won’t detect chipped key - reprogram failed

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Cyberninja
Member since February 2022 • 144 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler keys?

Posted on May 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Gamerpro
Member • 150 posts

I have the same Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler and I'm also trying to find the key code.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 93 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler for days.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 53 posts

Will this work for older Rieju Tango 125l Scramblers? Mine's a 2009.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 14 posts

I have a 2011 Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler, will this method work for that year?

May 13, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 101 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 42 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Rieju Tango 125l Scrambler.

May 15, 2025 Reply

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