[Free Fix] Need key code after valet lost keys to 1968 Pontiac Firebird

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Echolima
Member since May 2023 • 119 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my 1968 Pontiac Firebird?

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1864 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1968 Pontiac Firebird. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Heidi
Member • 26 posts

Just tried this on my 1968 Pontiac Firebird—anyone else have success?

March 24, 2025 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 49 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1968 Pontiac Firebird for a while.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 109 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1968 Pontiac Firebird.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 7 posts

Will this work if the 1968 Pontiac Firebird has an aftermarket alarm?

March 27, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 61 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1968 Pontiac Firebird, hope someone can help.

March 28, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 55 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my 1968 Pontiac Firebird.

March 29, 2025 Reply

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