[Recommended Fix] Need key code to program fob for Lotus Ethos

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Knightrider
Member since November 2021 • 44 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Lotus Ethos key fob?

Posted on December 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1806 posts

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

Posted on December 26, 2024

Replies (4)

Whiteknight
Member • 139 posts

Same issue here with my Lotus Ethos, let me know if it works.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 145 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Lotus Ethos.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 39 posts

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

December 28, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 69 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Lotus Ethos.

December 29, 2024 Reply

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