[Solution] Need key code after battery died in 1997 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab

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Darkhorse
Member since March 2023 • 40 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my 1997 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab to program a key?

Posted on November 15, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Eagleeye
Member • 113 posts

I’ve been locked out of my 1997 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab all week. Hope this helps.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 47 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 1997 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab?

November 17, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 121 posts

My 1997 Isuzu Hombre Regular Cab is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 18, 2024 Reply

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