[Archived] Need key code for 2017 MAZDA CX 3 with proximity fob

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Where's the key code hidden on my 2017 MAZDA CX 3 for key programming?

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My 2017 MAZDA CX 3 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Would love to see a video version of this for a 2017 MAZDA CX 3.

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer 2017 MAZDA CX 3.

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