[Update] Aftermarket key needs code for Lotus Elite Type 75

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Supernova
Member since January 2023 • 94 posts

Need my Lotus Elite Type 75's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1666 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Elite Type 75. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Whiterabbit
Member • 147 posts

My Lotus Elite Type 75 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 24, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 120 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Lotus Elite Type 75 key issue.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 117 posts

My Lotus Elite Type 75 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 48 posts

Will this work if the Lotus Elite Type 75 has an aftermarket alarm?

March 27, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 72 posts

Just what I needed! My Lotus Elite Type 75 has been acting up lately.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 128 posts

I have a 2011 Lotus Elite Type 75, will this method work for that year?

March 29, 2025 Reply

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