[Solved] Trying to start my Yamaha XJ6 FL but it says 'immobilized'

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Where's the key code stored on a Yamaha XJ6 FL for programming keys?

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Great info! Needed this for my old Yamaha XJ6 FL.

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Yamaha XJ6 FL.

Good luck to everyone dealing with Yamaha XJ6 FL key issues!

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