[Closed] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab

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Shadowfax
Member since April 2022 • 32 posts

Need my 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Rustynail
Member • 92 posts

My 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 17 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab. Need the code badly.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 77 posts

My 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 38 posts

My 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 112 posts

Been stuck with my 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 33 posts

Been here before with my 1997 MAZDA B Series Cab. Let’s see if this one works.

August 09, 2024 Reply

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