[Closed] Lotus M90 ECU swap - need to pair new keys?

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Alphabeta
Member since July 2022 • 107 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Lotus M90 to program a key?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Lotus M90. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Viperstrike
Member • 118 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Lotus M90. Huge thanks!

August 08, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 13 posts

Was about to tow my Lotus M90. Let me try this first.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 54 posts

Key code problems with my Lotus M90 as well. Subscribed!

August 10, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 110 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Lotus M90 key issues!

August 11, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 13 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Lotus M90, would this method still work?

August 12, 2024 Reply

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