[Fixed] Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1993 Oldsmobile 98?

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Timemachine
Member since January 2022 • 118 posts

Looking for my 1993 Oldsmobile 98's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1101 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Oldsmobile 98. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Jazzhands
Member • 55 posts

Anyone try this on a 1993 Oldsmobile 98 with push-button start?

November 02, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 77 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1993 Oldsmobile 98.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 27 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1993 Oldsmobile 98 too!

November 04, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 83 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1993 Oldsmobile 98. Need the code badly.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 104 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start 1993 Oldsmobile 98s?

November 06, 2024 Reply

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