[Completed] Lost transponder code for my McLaren MP4_2 - any ideas?

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Jazzmann
Member since March 2023 • 148 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my McLaren MP4_2?

Posted on December 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1923 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP4_2. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 05, 2024

Replies (4)

Ziggystar
Member • 24 posts

My McLaren MP4_2 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 05, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 136 posts

This might finally help me unlock my McLaren MP4_2's key code.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 88 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 McLaren MP4_2?

December 07, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 146 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my McLaren MP4_2!

December 08, 2024 Reply

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