[Free Fix] My McLaren MP4_8 is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Eagleeye
Member since July 2023 • 115 posts

How can I access my McLaren MP4_8's key code to program new keys?

Posted on February 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1335 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the McLaren MP4_8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Rustynail
Member • 62 posts

Just tried this on my McLaren MP4_8—anyone else have success?

February 09, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 69 posts

My McLaren MP4_8 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 131 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my McLaren MP4_8 for a while.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 29 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my McLaren MP4_8, hope this helps.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 144 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer McLaren MP4_8.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 41 posts

I’ve got a 2012 McLaren MP4_8, would this method still work?

February 14, 2025 Reply

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