[Solved] 19871990 'Immobilizer Active' - won’t start after fuse pull

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Quantumleap
Member since March 2023 • 130 posts

Looking for my 19871990's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on April 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1615 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 19871990. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Orangecrush
Member • 103 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my 19871990 too.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 30 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 19871990. Giving it a go myself.

April 06, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 42 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 19871990. Thanks!

April 07, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 44 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 19871990.

April 08, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 78 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 19871990 won’t recognize the key.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 80 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 19871990. This might do it.

April 10, 2025 Reply

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