[Free Tool] Key code missing from manual for 1993 MAZDA Protege

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How can I find my 1993 MAZDA Protege's key code to program a new key?

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I tried this with my 1993 MAZDA Protege but still no luck. Any suggestions?

I have a 2011 1993 MAZDA Protege, will this method work for that year?

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1993 MAZDA Protege too.

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1993 MAZDA Protege as well.

Been here before with my 1993 MAZDA Protege. Let’s see if this one works.

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