[Method] Trying to get ignition working again on my Lotus Exige S3

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Gamerpro
Member since January 2023 • 104 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Lotus Exige S3?

Posted on January 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1908 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Exige S3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Zombieking
Member • 5 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Lotus Exige S3.

January 17, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 137 posts

Following this for my Lotus Exige S3. Please update if it works!

January 18, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 125 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Lotus Exige S3.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 121 posts

My Lotus Exige S3's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Byteme
Member • 145 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Lotus Exige S3 before?

January 21, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 36 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Lotus Exige S3 before?

January 22, 2025 Reply

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