[Solved] Just changed ECU on my Lotus 44 - need new transponder code?

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Frostbite
Member since February 2023 • 34 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Lotus 44 to program a key?

Posted on April 24, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 44. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 25, 2025

Replies (3)

Pandaking
Member • 142 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lotus 44.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 91 posts

Same issue here with my Lotus 44, let me know if it works.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 67 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Lotus 44.

April 27, 2025 Reply

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