[Solved] Dealer says key code unavailable for TM 400E 4T

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Quantumq
Member since October 2021 • 103 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my TM 400E 4T

Posted on September 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1449 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TM 400E 4T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Whiteknight
Member • 105 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the TM 400E 4T?

September 15, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 19 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my TM 400E 4T.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 65 posts

Key code problems with my TM 400E 4T as well. Subscribed!

September 17, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 95 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a TM 400E 4T owner.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 72 posts

My TM 400E 4T has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 19, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 141 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my TM 400E 4T—need the code first.

September 20, 2024 Reply

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