[Update] Need the key code to program a new key for my Lotus ER9 Concept - help?

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Electricboog
Member since May 2022 • 54 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Lotus ER9 Concept

Posted on September 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1922 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus ER9 Concept. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumflux
Member • 64 posts

My Lotus ER9 Concept just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 125 posts

Using this on my Lotus ER9 Concept now. Hope it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 117 posts

I have a 2011 Lotus ER9 Concept, will this method work for that year?

September 18, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 131 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Lotus ER9 Concept!

September 19, 2024 Reply

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