[Recommended Fix] Code problem on Yamaha IT 490 - can’t drive it

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Darkknight
Member since July 2022 • 73 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Yamaha IT 490?

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1629 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha IT 490. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Charlie
Member • 39 posts

My Yamaha IT 490 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 78 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Yamaha IT 490 too!

October 10, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 112 posts

I have a 2011 Yamaha IT 490, will this method work for that year?

October 11, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 54 posts

Will this work if the Yamaha IT 490 has an aftermarket alarm?

October 12, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 91 posts

My Yamaha IT 490's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 128 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Yamaha IT 490's key code.

October 14, 2024 Reply

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