[Verified] Looking for my Lotus Cortina Mk2's key code to program a new key fob

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Techwiz
Member since December 2021 • 72 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Lotus Cortina Mk2 key fob?

Posted on May 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 Cortina Mk2. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (4)

Highvoltage
Member • 19 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lotus Cortina Mk2.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 83 posts

Desperate to get my Lotus Cortina Mk2 running again. Trying this tonight.

May 26, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 77 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Lotus Cortina Mk2!

May 27, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 32 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Lotus Cortina Mk2—need the code first.

May 28, 2025 Reply

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