[Archived] My Yamaha MT03 key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Where's the key code located to program keys for my Yamaha MT03?

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Was about to tow my Yamaha MT03. Let me try this first.

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Yamaha MT03, hope this helps.

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Yamaha MT03 key code too.

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