[Free Tool] Does anyone have a way to retrieve a Lotus 12 PIN code?

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Luckyluke
Member since June 2023 • 108 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Lotus 12 for key programming?

Posted on March 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1822 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 12. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 17, 2025

Replies (3)

Captainkirk
Member • 125 posts

My Lotus 12's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 28 posts

My Lotus 12 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 18, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 27 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Lotus 12s?

March 19, 2025 Reply

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