[Answered] 1990 Mazda MX5 Miata key lost and no code - what are my options?

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Skywalker
Member since March 2022 • 149 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1990 Mazda MX5 Miata

Posted on November 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1040 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1990 Mazda MX5 Miata. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Greenlantern
Member • 82 posts

Does this method work for the 1990 Mazda MX5 Miata models from 2010 onward?

November 21, 2024 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 7 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1990 Mazda MX5 Miata too!

November 22, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 138 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1990 Mazda MX5 Miata.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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