[Solution] 1996 Geo Prizm security light flashing - won't start

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Xenowarrior
Member since June 2023 • 35 posts

Where's the key code stored on a 1996 Geo Prizm for programming keys?

Posted on November 08, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Geo Prizm. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Aceventura
Member • 115 posts

My 1996 Geo Prizm won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 36 posts

Been stuck with my 1996 Geo Prizm for weeks. This might be the fix.

November 10, 2024 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 58 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my 1996 Geo Prizm.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 67 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1996 Geo Prizm. Thanks!

November 12, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 74 posts

Worked for someone with a 1996 Geo Prizm? Need to hear it!

November 13, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 62 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with 1996 Geo Prizm key issues!

November 14, 2024 Reply

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