[Update] I need to recover my Lotus Exige V6 Cup's key code

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How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Lotus Exige V6 Cup?

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My Lotus Exige V6 Cup is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

Would love to see a video version of this for a Lotus Exige V6 Cup.

My Lotus Exige V6 Cup won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

Any updates on getting the key code for the Lotus Exige V6 Cup?

Any updates on getting the key code for the Lotus Exige V6 Cup?

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