[Status: Resolved] How can I find my Lotus Exige Cup 255's key code to program a new key?

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Darkangel
Member since April 2022 • 64 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Lotus Exige Cup 255 key fob?

Posted on April 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Exige Cup 255. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 22, 2025

Replies (5)

Neonlights
Member • 55 posts

Following this for my Lotus Exige Cup 255. Please update if it works!

April 22, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 113 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Lotus Exige Cup 255?

April 23, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 130 posts

I’m not alone! My Lotus Exige Cup 255 is doing the same thing.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 58 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Lotus Exige Cup 255, thanks for posting!

April 25, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 104 posts

My Lotus Exige Cup 255 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 26, 2025 Reply

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