[Archived] Dealer charging too much for 1994 Suzuki Sidekick key code

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Ironwill
Member since April 2022 • 100 posts

Looking for my 1994 Suzuki Sidekick's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on April 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1959 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1994 Suzuki Sidekick. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Replies (4)

Frostbite
Member • 118 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1994 Suzuki Sidekick.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 35 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1994 Suzuki Sidekick.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 74 posts

Been here before with my 1994 Suzuki Sidekick. Let’s see if this one works.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 122 posts

This thread might save my 1994 Suzuki Sidekick. Thanks everyone!

April 12, 2025 Reply

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