[Archived] Help with programming a key for my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo

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Hotshot
Member since February 2023 • 95 posts

Where do I get the key code for my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo to make a spare key?

Posted on September 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 700 posts

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

Posted on September 28, 2024

Replies (6)

Rogueone
Member • 25 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo, following this thread.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 99 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 65 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1996 Isuzu Rodeo owner.

September 30, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 133 posts

Trying this out on my 1996 Isuzu Rodeo today—hoping it works.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Techguru
Member • 93 posts

My 1996 Isuzu Rodeo won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 77 posts

My 1996 Isuzu Rodeo won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

October 03, 2024 Reply

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