[Free Solution] 1995 Saab 9000 turns on dash but won’t crank - key issue?

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Voodooman
Member since August 2022 • 91 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my 1995 Saab 9000?

Posted on September 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1995 Saab 9000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Techwiz
Member • 120 posts

Trying this on my 1995 Saab 9000 later. Will report back.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 21 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1995 Saab 9000.

September 12, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 83 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1995 Saab 9000. This might do it.

September 13, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 62 posts

My 1995 Saab 9000 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 61 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1995 Saab 9000 this weekend.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 28 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1995 Saab 9000, hope this helps.

September 16, 2024 Reply

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