[Recommended Fix] Can’t start my 1993 Saab 9000, ignition code missing

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Happyfeet
Member since March 2022 • 88 posts

Need my 1993 Saab 9000's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1965 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Saab 9000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Jazzmann
Member • 79 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1993 Saab 9000.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 53 posts

This just might solve my 1993 Saab 9000's ignition issue.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 101 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1993 Saab 9000 too.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 72 posts

Finally, something that might help with my 1993 Saab 9000's key code issue!

November 14, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 17 posts

Following along—same issue with my 1993 Saab 9000.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 109 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1993 Saab 9000.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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