[Resolved] Where's the key code hidden on my McLaren MP422 for key programming?

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Thunderbolt
Member since June 2023 • 86 posts

Need my McLaren MP422's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1535 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP422. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Omegadog
Member • 95 posts

Got a dead key fob for my McLaren MP422. Need the code badly.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 90 posts

Following this for my McLaren MP422. Please update if it works!

March 16, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 8 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my McLaren MP422.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 32 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer McLaren MP422.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 50 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a McLaren MP422?

March 19, 2025 Reply

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