[Archived] Ignition won’t engage on Lotus Eterne Prototype - missing PIN?

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Quantumx
Member since April 2023 • 101 posts

How can I obtain my Lotus Eterne Prototype's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1764 posts

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

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (5)

Heidi
Member • 142 posts

Was about to give up on my Lotus Eterne Prototype, but this gives me hope.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 8 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Lotus Eterne Prototype. Giving it a go myself.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 67 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Lotus Eterne Prototype?

August 18, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 60 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Lotus Eterne Prototype, would this method still work?

August 19, 2024 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 76 posts

Trying this on my Lotus Eterne Prototype later. Will report back.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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