[Verified] Key code needed for 1996 Oldsmobile 98 with custom ignition

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Haloeffect
Member since April 2022 • 15 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my 1996 Oldsmobile 98 for key programming?

Posted on December 30, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 968 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Oldsmobile 98. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 31, 2024

Replies (5)

Electricboog
Member • 34 posts

Using this on my 1996 Oldsmobile 98 now. Hope it works.

December 31, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 34 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1996 Oldsmobile 98!

January 01, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 26 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1996 Oldsmobile 98.

January 02, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 130 posts

Why is finding a key code on a 1996 Oldsmobile 98 this hard?!

January 03, 2025 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 83 posts

Was about to give up on my 1996 Oldsmobile 98, but this gives me hope.

January 04, 2025 Reply

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