[Free Fix] Lotus 97T keyless entry failed - car won’t start

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Wildcard
Member since August 2022 • 23 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Lotus 97T?

Posted on September 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1539 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus 97T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Youngturk
Member • 62 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Lotus 97T.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 94 posts

I tried this with my Lotus 97T but still no luck. Any suggestions?

September 06, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 104 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Lotus 97T.

September 07, 2024 Reply

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