[Closed] Locked out of diagnostics - Lotus Elise SC asks for access code

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Zerogravity
Member since April 2022 • 31 posts

Looking for my Lotus Elise SC's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on April 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1612 posts

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

Posted on April 29, 2025

Replies (6)

Voodooman
Member • 17 posts

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

April 29, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 58 posts

Was about to tow my Lotus Elise SC. Let me try this first.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 130 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Lotus Elise SC's mystery code.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 92 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Lotus Elise SC. Trying this now.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 100 posts

Will this work if the Lotus Elise SC has an aftermarket alarm?

May 03, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 138 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Lotus Elise SC all week. Hope this helps.

May 04, 2025 Reply

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