[Working] Looking for my Lotus M120's factory key code to program a key

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Unicorn
Member since November 2021 • 146 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Lotus M120 for key programming?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 553 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus M120. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Frostbyte
Member • 65 posts

My Lotus M120's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 42 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Lotus M120—need the code first.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 147 posts

My Lotus M120 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 83 posts

Been stuck with my Lotus M120 for weeks. This might be the fix.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 64 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Lotus M120 all week. Hope this helps.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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