[Confirmed] Can car wash access key code for 1987 Suzuki Samurai?

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Where's the key code located to program keys for my 1987 Suzuki Samurai?

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I think my 1987 Suzuki Samurai has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

My 1987 Suzuki Samurai has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

If this works for my 1987 Suzuki Samurai, I owe you big time.

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