[Resolved] Emergency key code service for TM Racing SMX 530F owners

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Bluesteel
Member since October 2021 • 75 posts

How can I find my TM Racing SMX 530F's key code to program a new key?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 967 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TM Racing SMX 530F. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Supernova
Member • 15 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my TM Racing SMX 530F.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 75 posts

My TM Racing SMX 530F's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 48 posts

This might finally help me unlock my TM Racing SMX 530F's key code.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 103 posts

Trying to figure this out for my TM Racing SMX 530F too!

September 23, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 36 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my TM Racing SMX 530F.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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