[Archived] Anyone tried key programming on Lotus Elise S 20th Anniv without PIN?

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Mistermiyagi
Member since June 2022 • 38 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Lotus Elise S 20th Anniv for programming keys?

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 Elise S 20th Anniv. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 25, 2025

Replies (4)

Ultraviolet
Member • 126 posts

Same problem on my Lotus Elise S 20th Anniv. Watching for any working solutions.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 145 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Lotus Elise S 20th Anniv!

May 26, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 109 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Lotus Elise S 20th Anniv key code too.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 119 posts

Been here before with my Lotus Elise S 20th Anniv. Let’s see if this one works.

May 28, 2025 Reply

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