[Completed] How to find master key code for McLaren MP4_1

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Moonwalker
Member since September 2022 • 42 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my McLaren MP4_1?

Posted on April 25, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP4_1. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 26, 2025

Replies (6)

Unclesam
Member • 89 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my McLaren MP4_1 this weekend.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 125 posts

Trying to figure this out for my McLaren MP4_1 too!

April 27, 2025 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 121 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 McLaren MP4_1?

April 28, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 97 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my McLaren MP4_1, hope this helps.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 23 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my McLaren MP4_1.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 105 posts

I think my McLaren MP4_1 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

May 01, 2025 Reply

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