[Closed] Just got a new key for my Lotus Europa S, but code is missing

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Vikingking
Member since June 2023 • 12 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my Lotus Europa S for key programming?

Posted on May 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1605 posts

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

Posted on May 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Electricslide
Member • 20 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Lotus Europa S. Giving it a go myself.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 107 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Lotus Europa S.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 46 posts

Was about to tow my Lotus Europa S. Let me try this first.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 112 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Lotus Europa S.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 65 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Lotus Europa S.

May 22, 2025 Reply

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