[Confirmed Fix] How can I access my 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code to program new keys?

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Where do dealerships get the key code to program 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix keys?

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I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix, hope this helps.

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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