[Issue Closed] Getting key code for Mazda Mazda 2 III with chip key

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Hotwheels
Member since January 2023 • 103 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Mazda Mazda 2 III key fob?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mazda Mazda 2 III. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Iceberg
Member • 5 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Mazda Mazda 2 III.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 20 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Mazda Mazda 2 III, following this thread.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 59 posts

My Mazda Mazda 2 III's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 27, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 91 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Mazda Mazda 2 III.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 33 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Mazda Mazda 2 III.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 59 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Mazda Mazda 2 III too!

December 30, 2024 Reply

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