[Free Solution] Anyone bypassed the transponder system on a Mazda 626?

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Yellowbird
Member since October 2022 • 102 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Mazda 626?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mazda 626. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (3)

Flyingdutch
Member • 10 posts

My Mazda 626's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 129 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Mazda 626.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Redalert
Member • 28 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Mazda 626 before?

December 13, 2024 Reply

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