[Verified] Looking for my Zero S ZF 114's factory key code to program a key

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program Zero S ZF 114 keys?

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Trying this out on my Zero S ZF 114 today—hoping it works.

My Zero S ZF 114 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Zero S ZF 114.

My Zero S ZF 114 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

Will this work for older Zero S ZF 114s? Mine's a 2009.

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