[Archived] Dealer charging $250 for 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6 code - alternatives?

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Nighthawk
Member since November 2021 • 108 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6 key?

Posted on September 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Platinumblonde
Member • 144 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6 owner.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 147 posts

My 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 84 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6 too!

September 09, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 26 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 87 posts

Was about to give up on my 2003 MAZDA MAZDA6, but this gives me hope.

September 11, 2024 Reply

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