[Recommended Fix] How can I retrieve my 1994 Pontiac Firebird's key code to make a spare key?

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Lightspeed
Member since March 2022 • 98 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program 1994 Pontiac Firebird keys?

Posted on April 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1994 Pontiac Firebird. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 22, 2025

Replies (3)

Yellowsub
Member • 127 posts

Following this for my 1994 Pontiac Firebird. Please update if it works!

April 22, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 118 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1994 Pontiac Firebird. This is a lifesaver.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Phoenixrise
Member • 107 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1994 Pontiac Firebird.

April 24, 2025 Reply

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