[Confirmed] Help needed - 1997 Pontiac Grand AM not recognizing replacement key

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Digitalnomad
Member since September 2022 • 111 posts

How to get my 1997 Pontiac Grand AM's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on November 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Pontiac Grand AM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Digitalx
Member • 47 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1997 Pontiac Grand AM's mystery code.

November 28, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 31 posts

Desperate to get my 1997 Pontiac Grand AM running again. Trying this tonight.

November 29, 2024 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 142 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1997 Pontiac Grand AM, hope someone can help.

November 30, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 75 posts

Worked on my cousin’s 1997 Pontiac Grand AM—might work for mine too.

December 01, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 18 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my 1997 Pontiac Grand AM!

December 02, 2024 Reply

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