[Confirmed] Help with key pairing on 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata - code won’t work

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Jazzhands
Member since October 2022 • 110 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowsub
Member • 102 posts

Trying this on my 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata later. Will report back.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 104 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata key issues!

November 16, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 78 posts

My 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 108 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 9 posts

Just tried this on my 1992 Mazda MX 5 Miata—anyone else have success?

November 19, 2024 Reply

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