[Free Fix] Options when key code sticker missing on Mazda 6

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Purplehaze
Member since September 2021 • 138 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Mazda 6 key fob?

Posted on August 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 560 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mazda 6. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Frank
Member • 137 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Mazda 6.

August 24, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 146 posts

Anyone try this on a Mazda 6 with push-button start?

August 25, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 29 posts

My Mazda 6 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 26, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 142 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Mazda 6 won’t recognize the key.

August 27, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 66 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Mazda 6, following this thread.

August 28, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 102 posts

My Mazda 6 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 29, 2024 Reply

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