[Method] Looking for help getting the transponder code for my 2016 Mazda MX 5

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Omegadog
Member since April 2022 • 140 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my 2016 Mazda MX 5?

Posted on May 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 2016 Mazda MX 5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Jazzmann
Member • 110 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 2016 Mazda MX 5's mystery code.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 38 posts

Following along—same issue with my 2016 Mazda MX 5.

May 11, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 7 posts

Same issue here with my 2016 Mazda MX 5, let me know if it works.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 114 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 2016 Mazda MX 5 this hard?!

May 13, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 82 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 2016 Mazda MX 5.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 44 posts

I’m not alone! My 2016 Mazda MX 5 is doing the same thing.

May 15, 2025 Reply

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