[Free Fix] Key code help for 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab with chipped keys

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Bluemoon
Member since December 2021 • 60 posts

Where's the key code stored in a 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab for making new keys?

Posted on October 06, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 07, 2024

Replies (5)

Orangesoda
Member • 57 posts

My 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 107 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Killerinst
Member • 134 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 110 posts

Been stuck with my 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 100 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my 1998 Isuzu Hombre Spacecab this weekend.

October 11, 2024 Reply

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