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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 03:46 PM
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can u tell me i have one key of rx8 how can i program another key and the key im having i cant open the trunk
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by behram
can u tell me i have one key of rx8 how can i program another key and the key im having i cant open the trunk
I'm not sure exactly what you're asking.

If you need a new key, take your vehicle registration and VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) to the Mazda dealer. Once you prove that it is your car they will make you a new key or order one for you.
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 03:54 PM
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im saying the key which i have cannot open the trunk and second i live in pakistan there is no dealer to show the vin number to so how will i make another key
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:07 PM
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Are you talking about the metal key or the wireless key?
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:09 PM
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Here is the DIY https://www.rx8club.com/showthread.p...ht=program+fob

but you need at least 2 other keys for it to work.
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:34 PM
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what is metal key and what is wireless key
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Old Apr 22, 2008 | 04:50 PM
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Metal key is the one you shove into the keyhole and turn. Wireless is the box that has push buttons on it. There are different styles, depending on what year and model your car is.

Can you describe what you have, and exactly what's not working? Also what does work?

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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 12:01 PM
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i recently bought a remote for my rx8 and it isnt working i cant program it i only have one for my rx8 because i bought my rx8 used and the key which i have doesnt open the trunk
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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 01:24 PM
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You need to find a good locksmith, or a repair shop that specializes in Mazdas. Maybe both.

A good locksmith can cut the key to work in your locks. If you do not have two working remotes, you can't program the remote yourself. It requires the diagnostic computer that dealers have. A really good locksmith might have a generic version that can program the remote.

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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 02:09 PM
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im saying the key which i have cannot open the trunk and second i live in pakistan there is no dealer to show the vin number to so how will i make another key
The key you have is the Valet key. Contact the previous owner and get the owners' key. Unless this was a simple oversight the car is probably stolen. The requirement for involving a Mazda dealer is to make stolen vehicles difficult to traffic. I'm sure you would be able to contact a dealer at some location or the nearest Mazda headquarters to work out a solution if you can prove ownership. Good Luck.
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