[It Worked!] My Mazda 323 Wagon flashes security light - what code is missing?

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Deltaforce
Member since December 2022 • 101 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Mazda 323 Wagon to make a spare key?

Posted on January 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1393 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mazda 323 Wagon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Darkknight
Member • 48 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Mazda 323 Wagon, hope someone can help.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 102 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Mazda 323 Wagon before?

January 29, 2025 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 39 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Mazda 323 Wagon.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 40 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Mazda 323 Wagon key code too.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 119 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Mazda 323 Wagon?

February 01, 2025 Reply

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