Mazda MX-5 Miata 1st (NA) (1990–1997) — Key Programming Reference
- Difficulty
- easy
- Lishi / lockout
- MAZ24
Key fobs & transponder keys (2 variants)
| Key | Years | FCC ID | P/N | Chip | Freq | Battery | Blade |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| mechanical · MZ19/X201 | 1990–1995 (NA6CE 1.6L; early NA8CE 1.8L 1994–1995) | n/a | n/a | none | n/a | n/a | MZ19 / X201 |
| mechanical · MZ27/X222 | 1996–1997 (NA8CE 1.8L) | n/a | n/a | none | n/a | n/a | MZ27 / X222 |
Programming procedures
What the job needs
- Add a key: 1 existing working key required.
- All keys lost: no existing working key needed.
- PIN / security code: No PIN — no chip.
- Online / server access: not required (offline programming).
- On-board (no tool) sequence: possible for this case.
- On site: engine off · Maintain 12V+ · Clear IMMO DTCs.
- Bring: Photo ID + vehicle registration. VIN cross-check before start.
Tool coverage
Documented for this case on: Autel IM608 Pro II · Autel IM508S · Autel KM100 · Xhorse Key Tool Plus · Xhorse Key Tool Max Pro · Lonsdor K518 Pro / K519 · OBDSTAR X300 DP Plus · AutoProPad G2/G3 · Advanced Diagnostics Smart Pro · Launch X431 IMMO Elite / IMMO Plus. Step-by-step menu paths for each tool are in the app.
Notes & cautions
- This chassis Mazda MX-5 Miata (NA) (1990-1997) ships with NO immobilizer transponder — 1990s pre-immobilizer era. The blade alone starts the vehicle. No chip programming required; remote-only function (if equipped) is learned via in-vehicle key sequence.
- Key fob/blade: ensure existing battery (if applicable) is functional before starting.
- Tool kit context: Lonsdor K518 USA + Mazda adapter can reprogram remote-function radio if equipped via Mazda → Remote-only menu. Autel IM608 Pro II + IMKPA also supported. APB112 simulator, G-Box bench, XP400 PRO, LKE Smart Key Emulator NOT applicable for pre-immobilizer.
- Mazda MX-5 Miata (NA) pre-immobilizer — no chip-level AKL. Remote-only AKL via in-vehicle key sequence if customer wants to invalidate lost remotes.
- Bring ALL replacement remotes before starting in-vehicle programming sequence.
Lockout
Door pick / decode: Lishi MAZ24 (CW).
13 verified sources · Last verified: 2026-08-09
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