[Recommended Fix] Key programming failed on my 1993 Suzuki Sidekick - need code

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Zombieslayer
Member since November 2022 • 95 posts

Need my 1993 Suzuki Sidekick's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on October 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1993 Suzuki Sidekick. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Charlie
Member • 29 posts

My 1993 Suzuki Sidekick needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

October 02, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 50 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1993 Suzuki Sidekick.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 110 posts

My 1993 Suzuki Sidekick won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 88 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1993 Suzuki Sidekick. Thanks!

October 05, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 87 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1993 Suzuki Sidekick's key code.

October 06, 2024 Reply

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