[Fixed] Anyone tried key programming on 1997 Pontiac Sunfire without PIN?

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Timelord
Member since April 2023 • 104 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1997 Pontiac Sunfire?

Posted on August 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 759 posts

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

Posted on August 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Voodooman
Member • 51 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 8 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1997 Pontiac Sunfire!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 114 posts

Still can’t find the code for my 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. This might do it.

August 22, 2024 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 54 posts

This just might solve my 1997 Pontiac Sunfire's ignition issue.

August 23, 2024 Reply

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