[Status: Resolved] How to find my key code for Lotus Exige S 265E

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Deltaforce
Member since December 2021 • 43 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Lotus Exige S 265E?

Posted on March 22, 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 S 265E. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Windwalker
Member • 28 posts

Just tried this on my Lotus Exige S 265E—anyone else have success?

March 23, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 51 posts

Using this on my Lotus Exige S 265E now. Hope it works.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 47 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Lotus Exige S 265E, following this thread.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 112 posts

If this works for my Lotus Exige S 265E, I owe you big time.

March 26, 2025 Reply

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