[Closed] How to find the factory key code to program ZEV M 35 S keys?

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Bluemoon
Member since March 2023 • 127 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my ZEV M 35 S?

Posted on October 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1859 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the ZEV M 35 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Ultrasonic
Member • 61 posts

Just what I needed! My ZEV M 35 S has been acting up lately.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 56 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my ZEV M 35 S!

October 10, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 32 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my ZEV M 35 S.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 82 posts

Trying to figure this out for my ZEV M 35 S too!

October 12, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 51 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my ZEV M 35 S.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 88 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my ZEV M 35 S!

October 14, 2024 Reply

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