[Method] Can't find key code for my 1998 Buick LeSabre - help!

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Platinumblonde
Member since March 2022 • 113 posts

Need my 1998 Buick LeSabre's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Buick LeSabre. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Hackman
Member • 61 posts

If this works for my 1998 Buick LeSabre, I owe you big time.

January 01, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 115 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my 1998 Buick LeSabre!

January 02, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 127 posts

My 1998 Buick LeSabre won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 92 posts

I think my 1998 Buick LeSabre has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 04, 2025 Reply

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