[Method] Trying to register new fob for Lotus 73 - stuck on code

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Haloeffect
Member since July 2023 • 13 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Lotus 73 key fob?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1384 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 73. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Supernova
Member • 35 posts

Using this on my Lotus 73 now. Hope it works.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 72 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Lotus 73.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 86 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Lotus 73 owner.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 90 posts

If this works for my Lotus 73, I owe you big time.

March 03, 2025 Reply

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