[Free Fix] 1997 Isuzu Rodeo won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Electric
Member since October 2021 • 47 posts

Need my 1997 Isuzu Rodeo's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on May 18, 2025
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Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (6)

Techguru
Member • 94 posts

Trying to figure this out for my 1997 Isuzu Rodeo too!

May 19, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 100 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1997 Isuzu Rodeo.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 97 posts

I think my 1997 Isuzu Rodeo has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 79 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my 1997 Isuzu Rodeo, hope this helps.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 43 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my 1997 Isuzu Rodeo.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 85 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 1997 Isuzu Rodeo.

May 24, 2025 Reply

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