[Recommended Fix] Where's the key code hidden on a Zero Engineering Type 5 Open for key programming?

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Goldeneye
Member since January 2023 • 34 posts

How can I access my Zero Engineering Type 5 Open's key code to program new keys?

Posted on August 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1793 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Zero Engineering Type 5 Open. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Rustyshack
Member • 117 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Zero Engineering Type 5 Open this hard?!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 92 posts

Will this work if the Zero Engineering Type 5 Open has an aftermarket alarm?

August 22, 2024 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 48 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Zero Engineering Type 5 Open's key code.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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