[Method] How to read key code from Lotus 35 ignition

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Vikingking
Member since December 2021 • 124 posts

Need my Lotus 35's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on January 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 606 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 35. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Alice
Member • 23 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Lotus 35 too!

January 16, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 12 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Lotus 35.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 48 posts

Will this work if the Lotus 35 has an aftermarket alarm?

January 18, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 67 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Lotus 35.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 5 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Lotus 35?

January 20, 2025 Reply

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