[Completed] How do I tell if my 1996 MAZDA MX 6 uses a transponder?

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Darthvader
Member since September 2022 • 86 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1996 MAZDA MX 6 for key programming?

Posted on November 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 MAZDA MX 6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 16, 2024

Replies (5)

Vectorprime
Member • 144 posts

Trying this out on my 1996 MAZDA MX 6 today—hoping it works.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 20 posts

If this works for my 1996 MAZDA MX 6, I owe you big time.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 98 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 1996 MAZDA MX 6 too.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 24 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1996 MAZDA MX 6, hope this helps.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 140 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1996 MAZDA MX 6.

November 20, 2024 Reply

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