[Status: Resolved] 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport key not recognized - what code should I enter?

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Codeninja
Member since July 2022 • 66 posts

How can I access my 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport's key code to program new keys?

Posted on September 13, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Xenomorph
Member • 22 posts

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

September 14, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 126 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, following this thread.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 77 posts

Same issue here with my 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, let me know if it works.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Frank
Member • 25 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Invisible
Member • 98 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport, following this thread.

September 18, 2024 Reply

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