[Archived] Is the key programming code the same as the immobilizer code on a 2021 MAZDA MX 5 Miata?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 2021 MAZDA MX 5 Miata

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This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 2021 MAZDA MX 5 Miata.

My 2021 MAZDA MX 5 Miata needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

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My 2021 MAZDA MX 5 Miata won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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