I need a key for my Arctic Cat 2005 4x4. I bought it at an auction and it didn't come with a key. The problem is that there are four different series for the keys (C-Series,D-series, E-series, and F-Series) and I have no idea what series works with my ignition. The dealer told me to look on the ignition switch for a code and I found a four digit number (that identifies the cut for the key), but nothing indicating the series type. Does anyone know why there are 4 series types and if it really makes a difference between them, and how to go about finding out what series type i need?

Thanks a bunch,
Tom

 

I know this isnt the best suggestion, but in a pinch I'd just have one of each made and see which one worked. But couldnt you just call AC with the VIN like you would on a car?

 

One solution is to get each one made ($11CND each), another one is to guess (25% chance of getting it right the first time), a third solution is to buy the entire ignition/key assembly ($80CND). I don't like any of these. My local dealer says that they can't determine the series type from the VIN [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-sad.gif[/img]

Tom

 

TTK... Your 2005 you bought at an auction wouldnt happen to be a 500 auto dark green with advantage timber camo over the warnng labels? lost it up your way last fall to someone who didnt want to buy one. Stole the machine without the keys.

 

No, it's a red 400 FIS Manual.

 

remove the switch and take it to a good locksmith a good locksmith can fix you up iv'e had the same thing with lost keys for all my vehicles and quads