[Fixed] Sparta SL 250 not recognizing new key - code issue?

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Iceberg
Member since April 2022 • 97 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Sparta SL 250 - where's the key code?

Posted on February 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Sparta SL 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Icecold
Member • 90 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Sparta SL 250.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 5 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Sparta SL 250 this hard?!

February 19, 2025 Reply
Eve
Member • 70 posts

My Sparta SL 250 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

February 20, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 85 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Sparta SL 250.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 28 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Sparta SL 250.

February 22, 2025 Reply

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