[Solution] VIN-based key code for 1998 Eagle Talon - is it reliable?

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Goldengate
Member since October 2021 • 98 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my 1998 Eagle Talon

Posted on February 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 645 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Eagle Talon. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 15, 2025

Replies (5)

Echolima
Member • 148 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my 1998 Eagle Talon.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 90 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a 1998 Eagle Talon.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 47 posts

Same issue here with my 1998 Eagle Talon, let me know if it works.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 15 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a 1998 Eagle Talon before?

February 18, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 105 posts

Desperate to get my 1998 Eagle Talon running again. Trying this tonight.

February 19, 2025 Reply

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