[Verified] Trying to program a new key for my 1993 Eagle Summit - where's the key code?

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Trying to program a new key for my 1993 Eagle Summit - where's the key code?

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Following along—same issue with my 1993 Eagle Summit.

Saved me from towing my 1993 Eagle Summit. Thanks!

Was about to tow my 1993 Eagle Summit. Let me try this first.

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