[Resolved] Lotus Esprit S22 won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Lonewolf
Member since January 2023 • 42 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Lotus Esprit S22

Posted on October 09, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 10, 2024

Replies (4)

Omegadog
Member • 8 posts

I’m not alone! My Lotus Esprit S22 is doing the same thing.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 137 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Lotus Esprit S22. This might do it.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 86 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Lotus Esprit S22.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 93 posts

I have the same Lotus Esprit S22 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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