[Issue Closed] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada?

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Ghostrider
Member since September 2022 • 110 posts

How to find the factory key code to program 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada keys?

Posted on April 09, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (6)

Bigfoot
Member • 105 posts

My 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

April 10, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 91 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada, would this method still work?

April 11, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 42 posts

My 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 143 posts

Trying this out on my 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada today—hoping it works.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 122 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada?

April 14, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 34 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada key issues!

April 15, 2025 Reply

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