[Confirmed] Can body shop provide key code for 1997 Saab 900?

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Silverbullet
Member since August 2022 • 65 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1997 Saab 900 for making new keys?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1155 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1997 Saab 900. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (6)

Whiteknight
Member • 38 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my 1997 Saab 900.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 120 posts

My 1997 Saab 900 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 21 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my 1997 Saab 900 too.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 104 posts

Got a dead key fob for my 1997 Saab 900. Need the code badly.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 112 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my 1997 Saab 900 key issue.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 9 posts

Looking for the same thing for my 1997 Saab 900, hope someone can help.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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