[Archived] How long does it take to get a key code from Lotus Exige Sport 410 dealer?

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Aceventura
Member since December 2022 • 78 posts

Need my Lotus Exige Sport 410's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1801 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Exige Sport 410. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Oldschool
Member • 135 posts

Was about to tow my Lotus Exige Sport 410. Let me try this first.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 26 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Lotus Exige Sport 410.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 116 posts

Will this work if the Lotus Exige Sport 410 has an aftermarket alarm?

September 19, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 130 posts

Was about to give up on my Lotus Exige Sport 410, but this gives me hope.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 107 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Lotus Exige Sport 410—need the code first.

September 21, 2024 Reply

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