[Free Fix] Trying to start a Yamaha Saluto without immobilizer PIN

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Redbull
Member since October 2021 • 35 posts

How can I retrieve my Yamaha Saluto's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on September 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1466 posts

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

Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Betatest
Member • 15 posts

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

September 05, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 124 posts

If this works for my Yamaha Saluto, I owe you big time.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 75 posts

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

September 07, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 67 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Yamaha Saluto too.

September 08, 2024 Reply

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