[Free Fix] My 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Orangesoda
Member since April 2022 • 132 posts

Where's the key code located on a 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand for key programming?

Posted on March 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 04, 2025

Replies (4)

Ironman
Member • 37 posts

My 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 04, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 143 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand.

March 05, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 142 posts

My 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

March 06, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 136 posts

Just what I needed! My 2008 Mazda CX 9 Grand has been acting up lately.

March 07, 2025 Reply

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