[Status: Resolved] Programming new key for 1997 Buick Riviera - don’t know code

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Bob
Member since May 2023 • 64 posts

How can I access my 1997 Buick Riviera's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1620 posts

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

Posted on December 06, 2024

Replies (3)

Quantumleap
Member • 144 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1997 Buick Riviera?

December 06, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 25 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's 1997 Buick Riviera. Giving it a go myself.

December 07, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 146 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a 1997 Buick Riviera?

December 08, 2024 Reply

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