[Solved] Suzuki Katana key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Zombieslayer
Member since October 2021 • 41 posts

Looking for my Suzuki Katana's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1344 posts

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

Posted on January 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Pixelpusher
Member • 22 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Suzuki Katana?

January 13, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 50 posts

My Suzuki Katana's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 129 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Suzuki Katana for a while.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 91 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Suzuki Katana.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 129 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Suzuki Katana, following this thread.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 94 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Suzuki Katana. Trying this instead.

January 18, 2025 Reply

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