[Verified] My McLaren MP427 is stuck after battery change - needs code

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Emeraldcity
Member since April 2022 • 99 posts

How can I find my McLaren MP427's key code to program a new key?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 967 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP427. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (6)

Codemaster
Member • 108 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my McLaren MP427.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 133 posts

My McLaren MP427 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 54 posts

Looking for the same thing for my McLaren MP427, hope someone can help.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Bob
Member • 52 posts

My McLaren MP427 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 80 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my McLaren MP427. Huge thanks!

December 20, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 52 posts

My McLaren MP427 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 21, 2024 Reply

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