[Answered] Verify Triumph 6 T Thunderbird key code before dealer visit

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Oldschool
Member since September 2022 • 132 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Triumph 6 T Thunderbird?

Posted on December 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on December 07, 2024

Replies (4)

Shadowfax
Member • 62 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Triumph 6 T Thunderbird.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 19 posts

I think my Triumph 6 T Thunderbird has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 115 posts

My Triumph 6 T Thunderbird refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 100 posts

I’m not alone! My Triumph 6 T Thunderbird is doing the same thing.

December 10, 2024 Reply

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