[Free Fix] Lost transponder code for my Zero Engineering Type 9i - any ideas?

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Greengiant
Member since July 2023 • 56 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Zero Engineering Type 9i

Posted on December 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1134 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Zero Engineering Type 9i. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 30, 2024

Replies (3)

Laughingman
Member • 106 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Zero Engineering Type 9i.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 94 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Zero Engineering Type 9i!

December 31, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 138 posts

This just might solve my Zero Engineering Type 9i's ignition issue.

January 01, 2025 Reply

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