[Status: Resolved] My Lightweight EType remote won’t sync - code needed?

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Captaincrunch
Member since April 2023 • 115 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Lightweight EType?

Posted on March 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 980 posts

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

Posted on March 14, 2025

Replies (3)

Madhatter
Member • 85 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Lightweight EType before?

March 14, 2025 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 82 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Lightweight EType. Trying this now.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 57 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Lightweight EType, hope this helps.

March 16, 2025 Reply

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