[Confirmed Fix] Where is the key code hidden on 2002 MAZDA Protege5?

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Flashgordon
Member since July 2023 • 129 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 2002 MAZDA Protege5?

Posted on August 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1863 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2002 MAZDA Protege5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Alphabeta
Member • 100 posts

Does this method work for the 2002 MAZDA Protege5 models from 2010 onward?

August 27, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 31 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2002 MAZDA Protege5 this weekend.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 54 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 2002 MAZDA Protege5 too.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 17 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2002 MAZDA Protege5.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 18 posts

My 2002 MAZDA Protege5 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

August 31, 2024 Reply

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