[Solution] Looking for my Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line's factory key code to program a key

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line keys?

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Just tried this on my Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line—anyone else have success?

Just what I needed! My Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line has been acting up lately.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line owner.

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line.

Following this for my Mazda MX5 RF Exclusive Line. Please update if it works!

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