[Method] Can locksmith pull key code from my 1997 MAZDA B Series Regular?

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Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1997 MAZDA B Series Regular

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I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1997 MAZDA B Series Regular.

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Looking for the same thing for my 1997 MAZDA B Series Regular, hope someone can help.

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Using this on my 1997 MAZDA B Series Regular now. Hope it works.

My 1997 MAZDA B Series Regular needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

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