[Free Fix] Dealer being difficult about TGB Target 550 IRS key code

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Orangecrush
Member since October 2022 • 81 posts

Where's the key code stored in my TGB Target 550 IRS for key programming?

Posted on February 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 559 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TGB Target 550 IRS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 26, 2025

Replies (6)

Cosmicray
Member • 70 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my TGB Target 550 IRS. Huge thanks!

February 26, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 41 posts

I’m in the same boat with my TGB Target 550 IRS. This looks promising.

February 27, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 28 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my TGB Target 550 IRS.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 47 posts

Been here before with my TGB Target 550 IRS. Let’s see if this one works.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 36 posts

This just might solve my TGB Target 550 IRS's ignition issue.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
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Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my TGB Target 550 IRS.

March 03, 2025 Reply

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