[Method] Key cut but not programmed - 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata stuck

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Whiteknight
Member since August 2022 • 117 posts

Need my 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on November 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1832 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Lightspeed
Member • 84 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata too.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 106 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 100 posts

Following this for my 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata. Please update if it works!

November 09, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 8 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata, hope this helps.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 138 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my 1994 MAZDA MX 5 Miata key code too.

November 11, 2024 Reply

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