[Recommended Fix] Key code needed for Lotus Elise with custom ignition

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Haloeffect
Member since December 2022 • 82 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Lotus Elise?

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1552 posts

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

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (4)

Quicksilver
Member • 95 posts

Desperate to get my Lotus Elise running again. Trying this tonight.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 33 posts

My Lotus Elise's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 45 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Lotus Elise.

August 31, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 87 posts

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

September 01, 2024 Reply

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