[Update] Can someone send me the PIN code for 1996 AM General Hummer VIN?

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Platinumblonde
Member since September 2021 • 50 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1996 AM General Hummer

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 AM General Hummer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Ultrasonic
Member • 77 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1996 AM General Hummer.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 33 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1996 AM General Hummer?

August 06, 2024 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 67 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1996 AM General Hummer—might work for mine too.

August 07, 2024 Reply

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