[Completed] My UM Max ZN remote won’t sync - code needed?

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Yankeezulu
Member since November 2021 • 108 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my UM Max ZN?

Posted on May 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the UM Max ZN. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 22, 2025

Replies (4)

Cosmokid
Member • 81 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my UM Max ZN.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 102 posts

My UM Max ZN has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

May 23, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 10 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my UM Max ZN!

May 24, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 128 posts

I tried this with my UM Max ZN but still no luck. Any suggestions?

May 25, 2025 Reply

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