[Confirmed Fix] Lotus Elise S2 Type 72 key fob sync failed - missing programming code?

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Wizardoz
Member since April 2022 • 108 posts

How can I obtain my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on May 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 620 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Elise S2 Type 72. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 20, 2025

Replies (6)

Matrixfan
Member • 110 posts

Trying this out on my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72 today—hoping it works.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 135 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72. This is a lifesaver.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 83 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72. This might do it.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 148 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72's key code.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 105 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72. Thanks!

May 24, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 109 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Lotus Elise S2 Type 72's key code.

May 25, 2025 Reply

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