[Solution] Vespa LX 50cc 4T won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Emeraldeye
Member since April 2022 • 102 posts

Where's the key code located on a Vespa LX 50cc 4T for key programming?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Vespa LX 50cc 4T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (6)

Quickdraw
Member • 21 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Vespa LX 50cc 4T, would this method still work?

December 12, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 55 posts

My Vespa LX 50cc 4T's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 82 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Vespa LX 50cc 4T for days.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 90 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Vespa LX 50cc 4T.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 40 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Vespa LX 50cc 4T's mystery code.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 18 posts

I tried this with my Vespa LX 50cc 4T but still no luck. Any suggestions?

December 17, 2024 Reply

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