[Solved] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva

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Whiteknight
Member since October 2021 • 124 posts

How can I access my 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva's key code to program new keys?

Posted on November 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Invisible
Member • 104 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva?

November 02, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 147 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva for days.

November 03, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 138 posts

This just might solve my 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva's ignition issue.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 83 posts

My 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
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My 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 06, 2024 Reply

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