[Free Fix] How to get the factory key code for my 2008 Mazda Tribute to make keys?

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Codeninja
Member since March 2022 • 131 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a 2008 Mazda Tribute key?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 565 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2008 Mazda Tribute. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Darthvader
Member • 125 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 2008 Mazda Tribute!

April 14, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 80 posts

My 2008 Mazda Tribute refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 118 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 2008 Mazda Tribute for a while.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 103 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 2008 Mazda Tribute. This might do it.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 77 posts

I’ve got a 2012 2008 Mazda Tribute, would this method still work?

April 18, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 136 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2008 Mazda Tribute's mystery code.

April 19, 2025 Reply

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