[Confirmed Fix] Ignition won’t turn - is my McLaren Automotive Artura asking for a code?

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Metalhead
Member since November 2021 • 40 posts

Need my McLaren Automotive Artura's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren Automotive Artura. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Matrixfan
Member • 95 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my McLaren Automotive Artura.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 45 posts

Trying this on my McLaren Automotive Artura later. Will report back.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 18 posts

My McLaren Automotive Artura just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 100 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my McLaren Automotive Artura.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 147 posts

My McLaren Automotive Artura refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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