[Update] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a 2000 MAZDA Protege?

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Hackman
Member since July 2022 • 127 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 2000 MAZDA Protege?

Posted on May 26, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 755 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2000 MAZDA Protege. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 27, 2025

Replies (6)

Timemachine
Member • 39 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2000 MAZDA Protege!

May 27, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 69 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my 2000 MAZDA Protege. Huge thanks!

May 28, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 21 posts

Will this work for older 2000 MAZDA Proteges? Mine's a 2009.

May 29, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 63 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2000 MAZDA Protege key issues!

May 30, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 124 posts

Does this method work for the 2000 MAZDA Protege models from 2010 onward?

May 31, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 142 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 2000 MAZDA Protege key issues!

June 01, 2025 Reply

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