[Closed] Trying to DIY program a key for 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS - missing code

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Yellowsub
Member since February 2023 • 139 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS?

Posted on March 07, 2025
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Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Yellowdog
Member • 122 posts

This thread might save my 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS. Thanks everyone!

March 08, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 26 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 80 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 65 posts

Was about to tow my 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS. Let me try this first.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 150 posts

I’m not alone! My 1997 Oldsmobile 88 LS is doing the same thing.

March 12, 2025 Reply

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