[Method] 1995 Oldsmobile 98 is stuck with anti-theft light blinking

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Kingkong
Member since June 2022 • 72 posts

How can I access my 1995 Oldsmobile 98's key code to program new keys?

Posted on May 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 841 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1995 Oldsmobile 98. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 26, 2025

Replies (5)

Icedragon
Member • 127 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1995 Oldsmobile 98 before?

May 26, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 27 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1995 Oldsmobile 98.

May 27, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 19 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my 1995 Oldsmobile 98. This is a lifesaver.

May 28, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 21 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1995 Oldsmobile 98's mystery code.

May 29, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 32 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1995 Oldsmobile 98.

May 30, 2025 Reply

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