[Archived] 1996 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Where's the key code stored in my 1996 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab for key programming?

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Wish I found this thread before towing my 1996 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab.

I’ve been locked out of my 1996 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab all week. Hope this helps.

Can’t believe this worked on my 1996 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab. Huge thanks!

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