[Solution] Trying to sync new fob with 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass - code needed?

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Lonewolf
Member since December 2021 • 22 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass for key programming?

Posted on January 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1077 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 13, 2025

Replies (5)

Yellowbird
Member • 67 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass for days.

January 13, 2025 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 39 posts

Same issue here with my 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass, let me know if it works.

January 14, 2025 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 54 posts

I think my 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 15, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 67 posts

I have a 2011 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass, will this method work for that year?

January 16, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 117 posts

Same problem on my 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass. Watching for any working solutions.

January 17, 2025 Reply

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