[Confirmed Fix] Is the ignition lock coded separately in Mazda MPV?

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How to find the key code to program keys for my Mazda MPV?

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I have the same Mazda MPV and I'm also trying to find the key code.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Mazda MPV.

Just what I needed! My Mazda MPV has been acting up lately.

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

Would love to see a video version of this for a Mazda MPV.

Trying this out on my Mazda MPV today—hoping it works.

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