[Free Fix] Trying to flash ECU on 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata, code mismatch error

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Mistermiyagi
Member since May 2023 • 117 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata?

Posted on May 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1419 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Emeraldcity
Member • 116 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata this weekend.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 25 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata.

May 15, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 89 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata too!

May 16, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 57 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 79 posts

Using this on my 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata now. Hope it works.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 146 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 2012 MAZDA MX 5 Miata before?

May 19, 2025 Reply

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