[Archived] Lotus 15 'Immobilizer Active' - won’t start after fuse pull

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Techguru
Member since November 2022 • 148 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Lotus 15 - help?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 15. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Icedragon
Member • 106 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Lotus 15.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 84 posts

I think my Lotus 15 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 88 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Lotus 15.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 50 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Lotus 15!

January 04, 2025 Reply

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