[Recommended Fix] Dealer wants $$$ for 2001 MAZDA Millenia code - any other options?

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Hotwheels
Member since March 2022 • 23 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my 2001 MAZDA Millenia?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2001 MAZDA Millenia. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Wildthing
Member • 10 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 2001 MAZDA Millenia—need the code first.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 83 posts

My 2001 MAZDA Millenia's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 48 posts

This is exactly what I need for my 2001 MAZDA Millenia, thanks for posting!

January 03, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 127 posts

Same problem on my 2001 MAZDA Millenia. Watching for any working solutions.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 142 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old 2001 MAZDA Millenia.

January 05, 2025 Reply

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