[Confirmed Fix] Got replacement ECU for 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix, now code doesn’t match

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Zerogravity
Member since October 2022 • 43 posts

How can I find my 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code to program a new key?

Posted on February 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1981 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 10, 2025

Replies (4)

Vikingking
Member • 44 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 13 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix key issues!

February 11, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 61 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix, would this method still work?

February 12, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 92 posts

My 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 13, 2025 Reply

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