[Status: Resolved] How do I retrieve the key code for my Lotus Lotus S2 Elise to program a key?

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Techguru
Member since June 2022 • 15 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Lotus Lotus S2 Elise - where's the key code?

Posted on September 20, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus Lotus S2 Elise. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumleap
Member • 47 posts

Following along—same issue with my Lotus Lotus S2 Elise.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 34 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Lotus Lotus S2 Elise!

September 22, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 84 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Lotus Lotus S2 Elise.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 138 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Lotus Lotus S2 Elise. This might do it.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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