[Confirmed Fix] Key code problem with my 2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport, need help

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How to find the factory key code to program 2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport keys?

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Great info! Needed this for my old 2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport.

Wish I found this thread before towing my 2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport.

Trying this out on my 2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport today—hoping it works.

Looking for the same thing for my 2016 Mazda Mazda3 i Sport, hope someone can help.

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