[Method] My LSL Clubman W 740 R key fob works, but car won’t start - code issue?

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Ultraman
Member since September 2022 • 51 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my LSL Clubman W 740 R?

Posted on May 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the LSL Clubman W 740 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 27, 2025

Replies (5)

Jokersmile
Member • 110 posts

Trying this out on my LSL Clubman W 740 R today—hoping it works.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 48 posts

I really hope this trick works on my LSL Clubman W 740 R.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 112 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my LSL Clubman W 740 R!

May 29, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 142 posts

I really hope this trick works on my LSL Clubman W 740 R.

May 30, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
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Was about to give up on my LSL Clubman W 740 R, but this gives me hope.

May 31, 2025 Reply

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