[Issue Closed] Need key code to program spare for Zero Engineering Type 8

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Jedimaster
Member since September 2021 • 134 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Zero Engineering Type 8?

Posted on March 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 942 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Zero Engineering Type 8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Pandaking
Member • 150 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Zero Engineering Type 8.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 130 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Zero Engineering Type 8, thanks for posting!

March 19, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 78 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Zero Engineering Type 8.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 54 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Zero Engineering Type 8, would this method still work?

March 21, 2025 Reply
Echolima
Member • 24 posts

My Zero Engineering Type 8 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 22, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 96 posts

Following along—same issue with my Zero Engineering Type 8.

March 23, 2025 Reply

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