[Recommended Fix] Where do I get the key code for my Macbor Eight Mile to make a spare key?

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Airjordan
Member since June 2022 • 103 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Macbor Eight Mile?

Posted on April 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1428 posts

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

Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (5)

Quicksilver
Member • 26 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Macbor Eight Mile.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 16 posts

My Macbor Eight Mile refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 42 posts

I have a 2011 Macbor Eight Mile, will this method work for that year?

April 12, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 75 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Macbor Eight Mile—need the code first.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 119 posts

I have the same Macbor Eight Mile and I'm also trying to find the key code.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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