[Method] Code problem on Yamaha RD48 - can’t drive it

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Heidi
Member since July 2023 • 134 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Yamaha RD48

Posted on October 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Xrayspecs
Member • 83 posts

My Yamaha RD48 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 119 posts

Anyone try this on a Yamaha RD48 with push-button start?

October 08, 2024 Reply
Rogueone
Member • 132 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Yamaha RD48 this hard?!

October 09, 2024 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 90 posts

Just what I needed! My Yamaha RD48 has been acting up lately.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 118 posts

My Yamaha RD48's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

October 11, 2024 Reply

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