[Success] Lost only key - how to recover code for 1996 Saab 900

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Madhatter
Member since September 2021 • 91 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1996 Saab 900

Posted on May 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1996 Saab 900. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 07, 2025

Replies (3)

Redbaron
Member • 44 posts

I’ve got a 2012 1996 Saab 900, would this method still work?

May 07, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 90 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my 1996 Saab 900.

May 08, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 79 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1996 Saab 900. Giving it a go myself.

May 09, 2025 Reply

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