[Success] Locked out of diagnostics - Vectrix VX 1E asks for access code

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Vectrix VX 1E

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Bookmarking this for when I work on my Vectrix VX 1E this weekend.

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Vectrix VX 1E.

Just tried this on my Vectrix VX 1E—anyone else have success?

This just might solve my Vectrix VX 1E's ignition issue.

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Vectrix VX 1E!

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