[Archived] Replacing immobilizer module on Lotus Evora GT430 Sport - need to reprogram?

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Rocketman
Member since January 2023 • 83 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Lotus Evora GT430 Sport for key programming?

Posted on August 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1121 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Evora GT430 Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Wildthing
Member • 19 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Lotus Evora GT430 Sport—need the code first.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 111 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Lotus Evora GT430 Sport!

August 05, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 143 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Lotus Evora GT430 Sport won’t recognize the key.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 135 posts

Was about to give up on my Lotus Evora GT430 Sport, but this gives me hope.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 123 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Lotus Evora GT430 Sport too.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 121 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Lotus Evora GT430 Sport owner.

August 09, 2024 Reply

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