[Status: Resolved] Can't find the immobilizer PIN for my 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix

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Alphacent
Member since July 2023 • 76 posts

Need my 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on August 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1637 posts

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

Posted on August 11, 2024

Replies (3)

Xfactor
Member • 115 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix owner.

August 11, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 36 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix.

August 12, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 135 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix?

August 13, 2024 Reply

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