[Archived] My Lotus Elite Type 83 key code is missing - advice?

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Vortexx
Member since August 2022 • 103 posts

Need my Lotus Elite Type 83's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 974 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Elite Type 83. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

Replies (6)

Younggun
Member • 125 posts

This just might solve my Lotus Elite Type 83's ignition issue.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 88 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Lotus Elite Type 83 this hard?!

September 24, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 35 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Lotus Elite Type 83!

September 25, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 97 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Lotus Elite Type 83 key issue.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 80 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Lotus Elite Type 83.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 96 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Lotus Elite Type 83!

September 28, 2024 Reply

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