[It Worked!] Trying to get ignition working again on my Mazda MX 5 NB

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Techlord
Member since February 2022 • 97 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Mazda MX 5 NB

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 552 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mazda MX 5 NB. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (6)

Neontiger
Member • 22 posts

Trying this on my Mazda MX 5 NB later. Will report back.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 149 posts

I’m not alone! My Mazda MX 5 NB is doing the same thing.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 115 posts

My Mazda MX 5 NB's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 115 posts

This thread might save my Mazda MX 5 NB. Thanks everyone!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 92 posts

My Mazda MX 5 NB's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

February 17, 2025 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 138 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Mazda MX 5 NB.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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