[Status: Resolved] Any way to unlock McLaren MP4_5 without key code?

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Reddwarf
Member since April 2023 • 80 posts

Need my McLaren MP4_5's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1204 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP4_5. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (5)

Skywalker
Member • 77 posts

I need this so bad for my McLaren MP4_5. Subscribed!

October 05, 2024 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 16 posts

This thread might save my McLaren MP4_5. Thanks everyone!

October 06, 2024 Reply
Redbull
Member • 121 posts

Still can’t find the code for my McLaren MP4_5. This might do it.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 72 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out McLaren MP4_5.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 31 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my McLaren MP4_5 this weekend.

October 09, 2024 Reply

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