[Resolved] Anyone with experience retrieving ignition codes for 1997 Buick Le Sabre?

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Youngturk
Member since August 2022 • 21 posts

How can I find my 1997 Buick Le Sabre's key code to program a new key?

Posted on October 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 824 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Buick Le Sabre. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumleap
Member • 27 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1997 Buick Le Sabre.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Charlie
Member • 91 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my 1997 Buick Le Sabre for a while.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 44 posts

Using this on my 1997 Buick Le Sabre now. Hope it works.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 5 posts

Desperate to get my 1997 Buick Le Sabre running again. Trying this tonight.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Neondream
Member • 149 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my 1997 Buick Le Sabre. Thanks!

October 14, 2024 Reply

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