[Free Tool] Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Lotus 13

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Quantumpie
Member since October 2021 • 22 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Lotus 13

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 13. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Frostbyte
Member • 24 posts

My Lotus 13 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 138 posts

My Lotus 13 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 6 posts

This thread might save my Lotus 13. Thanks everyone!

September 22, 2024 Reply
Alice
Member • 26 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Lotus 13 won’t recognize the key.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 22 posts

Really need the key code for my Lotus 13, thanks for sharing!

September 24, 2024 Reply

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