[Archived] Looking for my McLaren M8A's key code to program a new key fob

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Frostydog
Member since April 2023 • 10 posts

Need my McLaren M8A's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on March 31, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren M8A. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 01, 2025

Replies (3)

Goldeneye
Member • 149 posts

This just might solve my McLaren M8A's ignition issue.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 12 posts

My McLaren M8A just blinks. I think this might fix it.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
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Using this on my McLaren M8A now. Hope it works.

April 03, 2025 Reply

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