[Working] Do I need tech2 or just the PIN to code 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera key?

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Javaking
Member since November 2021 • 127 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera for programming keys?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (4)

Skywalker
Member • 146 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera won’t recognize the key.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 78 posts

I’m not alone! My 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera is doing the same thing.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 10 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera. This might do it.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 34 posts

Trying this out on my 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera today—hoping it works.

March 18, 2025 Reply

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