[Working] Mclaren 570S key reader not responding - code issue?

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Wildthing
Member since May 2022 • 148 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Mclaren 570S?

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1976 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Mclaren 570S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (6)

Ironwill
Member • 37 posts

My Mclaren 570S is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 72 posts

Saved me from towing my Mclaren 570S. Thanks!

January 26, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 11 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Mclaren 570S. This is a lifesaver.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 147 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Mclaren 570S. Trying this instead.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 133 posts

Key code problems with my Mclaren 570S as well. Subscribed!

January 29, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 10 posts

Does this method work for the Mclaren 570S models from 2010 onward?

January 30, 2025 Reply

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