[It Worked!] Can I get the immobilizer code for my Lotus 51 from the VIN?

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Goldenret
Member since August 2022 • 121 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Lotus 51 - help?

Posted on August 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1815 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 51. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Neondream
Member • 148 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Lotus 51—might work for mine too.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 84 posts

Was about to tow my Lotus 51. Let me try this first.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 64 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Lotus 51. Trying this instead.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 76 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Lotus 51 for a while.

August 10, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 83 posts

I have a 2011 Lotus 51, will this method work for that year?

August 11, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 51 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Lotus 51 owner.

August 12, 2024 Reply

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