[Free Tool] Stuck programming my McLaren MP412C GT3 key - missing vital code

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Emeraldeye
Member since October 2021 • 62 posts

Need my McLaren MP412C GT3's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1918 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP412C GT3. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Lasertag
Member • 24 posts

Same issue here with my McLaren MP412C GT3, let me know if it works.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 95 posts

Following along—same issue with my McLaren MP412C GT3.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 68 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my McLaren MP412C GT3.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 108 posts

Trying to figure this out for my McLaren MP412C GT3 too!

March 24, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 126 posts

Trying this on my McLaren MP412C GT3 later. Will report back.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Electric
Member • 45 posts

I have a 2011 McLaren MP412C GT3, will this method work for that year?

March 26, 2025 Reply

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