[Completed] Can I bypass ignition lock on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass with code?

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass keys?

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This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

Really need the key code for my 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass, thanks for sharing!

Trying to figure this out for my 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass too!

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. Trying this now.

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass for days.

Will this work if the 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has an aftermarket alarm?

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