[Free Solution] Where's the key code located on 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford models?

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Supernova
Member since September 2022 • 100 posts

Looking for my 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Yankeezulu
Member • 32 posts

Does this method work for the 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford models from 2010 onward?

November 02, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 144 posts

Will this work if the 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford has an aftermarket alarm?

November 03, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 83 posts

I’m not alone! My 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford is doing the same thing.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 45 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 127 posts

Same problem on my 1965 Lotus Type 40 Ford. Watching for any working solutions.

November 06, 2024 Reply

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