[Free Fix] Lotus 19 won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Unicorn
Member since May 2022 • 139 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Lotus 19?

Posted on November 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 937 posts

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

Posted on November 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Digitalx
Member • 22 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Lotus 19. This looks promising.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 55 posts

Anyone try this on a Lotus 19 with push-button start?

November 11, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 127 posts

Was about to tow my Lotus 19. Let me try this first.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 35 posts

I’m not alone! My Lotus 19 is doing the same thing.

November 13, 2024 Reply

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