[It Worked!] Code card lost - McLaren M26 won't accept new key

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Silverbullet
Member since March 2023 • 71 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my McLaren M26?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1887 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren M26. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Wildthing
Member • 133 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a McLaren M26 owner.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 51 posts

Worked for someone with a McLaren M26? Need to hear it!

February 14, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 144 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my McLaren M26, hope this helps.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 118 posts

I’ve got a 2012 McLaren M26, would this method still work?

February 16, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 125 posts

This thread might save my McLaren M26. Thanks everyone!

February 17, 2025 Reply

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