[Free Solution] Do I need tech2 or just the PIN to code 1997 Oldsmobile Regency key?

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Silversurf
Member since August 2022 • 46 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my 1997 Oldsmobile Regency

Posted on October 27, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1872 posts

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

Posted on October 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Digitaldude
Member • 38 posts

Key code problems with my 1997 Oldsmobile Regency as well. Subscribed!

October 28, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 138 posts

Same problem on my 1997 Oldsmobile Regency. Watching for any working solutions.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 137 posts

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

October 30, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 105 posts

Worked for someone with a 1997 Oldsmobile Regency? Need to hear it!

October 31, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 11 posts

My 1997 Oldsmobile Regency won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

November 01, 2024 Reply

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