[Verified] Lost my only key - is it possible to get a code for 1996 Buick Commercial?

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Metalhead
Member since December 2021 • 132 posts

Where's the key code located on a 1996 Buick Commercial for key programming?

Posted on January 29, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1775 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Buick Commercial. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 30, 2025

Replies (6)

Betatest
Member • 116 posts

My 1996 Buick Commercial needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 30, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 33 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1996 Buick Commercial, hope someone can help.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 11 posts

Will this work if the 1996 Buick Commercial has an aftermarket alarm?

February 01, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 9 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1996 Buick Commercial. Need the code badly.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 111 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1996 Buick Commercial too.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 17 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1996 Buick Commercial.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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