[Fixed] TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Rustynail
Member since July 2022 • 75 posts

Need my TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1583 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Xrayvision
Member • 123 posts

Trying this out on my TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX today—hoping it works.

November 02, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 93 posts

My TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 118 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX too.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 25 posts

My TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 50 posts

Been stuck with my TM Racing 450Fi 4T MX for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 06, 2024 Reply

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