[Recommended Fix] McLaren Artura GT4 won’t detect chipped key - reprogram failed

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Xrayspecs
Member since January 2022 • 72 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my McLaren Artura GT4

Posted on April 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren Artura GT4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Jumpman
Member • 37 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my McLaren Artura GT4 as well.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 14 posts

Trying to figure this out for my McLaren Artura GT4 too!

May 02, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 19 posts

I’ve been locked out of my McLaren Artura GT4 all week. Hope this helps.

May 03, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 35 posts

Been here before with my McLaren Artura GT4. Let’s see if this one works.

May 04, 2025 Reply

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