[Confirmed] Can't find key code for my 1996 Pontiac Bonneville - help!

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Betatest
Member since November 2022 • 68 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1996 Pontiac Bonneville for making new keys?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 553 posts

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

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (6)

Alphamale
Member • 80 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. This might do it.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 113 posts

Really need the key code for my 1996 Pontiac Bonneville, thanks for sharing!

February 01, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 77 posts

My 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 113 posts

I have a 2011 1996 Pontiac Bonneville, will this method work for that year?

February 03, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 18 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1996 Pontiac Bonneville.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 80 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1996 Pontiac Bonneville key issue.

February 05, 2025 Reply

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