[Issue Closed] Keyless entry fails on Suzuki RG 500 - immobilizer active?

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Trying to program a new key for my Suzuki RG 500 - where's the key code?

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Finally, something that might help with my Suzuki RG 500's key code issue!

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Suzuki RG 500 owner.

Using this on my Suzuki RG 500 now. Hope it works.

I have the same Suzuki RG 500 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Suzuki RG 500?

My Suzuki RG 500 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

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