[Closed] 1998 Buick Regal stopped working after jump-start - immobilizer?

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Superfly
Member since November 2021 • 121 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my 1998 Buick Regal?

Posted on January 16, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Buick Regal. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Jazzmann
Member • 49 posts

Will this work if the 1998 Buick Regal has an aftermarket alarm?

January 17, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 37 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my 1998 Buick Regal's mystery code.

January 18, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 86 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my 1998 Buick Regal—need the code first.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 37 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1998 Buick Regal.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 129 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1998 Buick Regal before?

January 21, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 143 posts

My 1998 Buick Regal needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 22, 2025 Reply

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