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

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Moonwalker
Member since December 2022 • 122 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my 1997 Oldsmobile LSS?

Posted on February 12, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 857 posts

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

Posted on February 13, 2025

Replies (4)

Easymoney
Member • 130 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my 1997 Oldsmobile LSS as well.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 72 posts

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

February 14, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 43 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my 1997 Oldsmobile LSS.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 118 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1997 Oldsmobile LSS—need the code first.

February 16, 2025 Reply

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