[Archived] How to verify 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada key code before paying

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Techlord
Member since October 2022 • 145 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada?

Posted on May 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 17, 2025

Replies (3)

Gamerpro
Member • 48 posts

My 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

May 17, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 120 posts

Appreciate any advice—my 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada won’t recognize the key.

May 18, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 122 posts

This might finally help me unlock my 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada's key code.

May 19, 2025 Reply

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